Core Concepts in Pharmacology

A client is in chronic renal failure.Based on this diagnosis,what would the nurse anticipate the client might require regarding medications?

A client is receiving a diuretic.The nurse will monitor for which adverse effect?

The client has a pH of 7.6.Which statements are appropriate based on this pH level? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

A client has been admitted with a mild case of alkalosis.What would the nurse expect to be ordered?

Why would a client benefit from a thiazide diuretic over a loop diuretic?

A potassium-sparing diuretic has been prescribed for a client.Based on this prescription,the nurse expects what medication to be ordered?

The nurse is providing education to a client who has hypokalemia or low potassium level.Which foods high in potassium should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

The client is prescribed a potassium supplement and spironolactone (Aldactone).Based on this combination,what outcome does the nurse expect?

The nurse is caring for a client who has been placed on spironolactone (Aldactone).The nurse assesses this client for hyperkalemia because of which concurrent medication?

Which prescribed diuretic can also be used for treatment in certain types of glaucoma?

The nurse is teaching a client who has been placed on a loop diuretic and requires a potassium supplement.What should the nurse include in the teaching session?

The client is taking furosemide (Lasix)80 mg twice a day.What condition should the nurse monitor this client for?

The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who is on multiple medications.The client asks the nurse,"Which medication is a loop diuretic?" What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is teaching a client who is diagnosed with renal insufficiency.Which functions of the kidneys should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

The client has been prescribed a thiazide diuretic.What are the potential adverse effects of thiazide diuretics? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

A client is taking spironolactone (Aldactone)but continues to have peripheral edema.Which question by the nurse is the most appropriate?

Which medication is used to increase red blood cell production in patients with renal failure?

A client has been diagnosed with hyperkalemia.Which medication would the nurse expect to give?

The nurse is presenting education regarding the use of diuretics.What conditions should the nurse include in the educational session regarding the use of diuretics? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

The nurse is instructing the client about different types of diuretics.What should be included in teaching?