HESI Pharm 315 Questions and Answers

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HESI Pharm 315 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

A patient is prescribed morphine for severe pain. Which side effect should the nurse monitor first?

• Nausea
• Constipation

✔✔C. Respiratory depression

• Dry mouth

A patient is taking warfarin. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor to ensure safety?

• Hemoglobin

✔✔B. INR (International Normalized Ratio)

• Creatinine
• Platelet count

A patient reports muscle cramps after taking a diuretic. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely? 1 / 4

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✔✔A. Hypokalemia

• Hypernatremia
• Hypercalcemia
• Hypomagnesemia

A patient is prescribed metformin. What is the most important teaching point?

• Take only at bedtime

✔✔B. Monitor for signs of lactic acidosis

• Increase protein intake
• Avoid all vegetables

A patient is prescribed digoxin. Which symptom indicates toxicity?

• Increased urine output

✔✔B. Visual disturbances (yellow-green halos)

• Bradykinesia
• Headache
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A patient is taking prednisone for inflammation. Which side effect should the nurse monitor for long-term use?

• Hypoglycemia
• Bradycardia

✔✔C. Osteoporosis

• Hypotension

A patient is prescribed insulin. Which is the correct site for subcutaneous injection?

• Inner forearm
• Scalp

✔✔C. Abdomen

• Sole of foot

A patient is taking atorvastatin. Which lab value should the nurse monitor regularly?

• Hematocrit
• Blood glucose

✔✔C. Liver function tests (ALT, AST)

• Potassium 3 / 4

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A patient is prescribed an ACE inhibitor. Which side effect requires immediate attention?

• Mild cough

✔✔B. Angioedema

• Fatigue
• Dizziness

A patient is prescribed vancomycin IV. Which adverse reaction should the nurse watch for?

• Headache

✔✔B. Red man syndrome

• Constipation
• Hypoglycemia

A patient is taking levothyroxine. What is the best time to administer the medication?

• With dinner
• Before lunch

✔✔C. In the morning on an empty stomach

• At bedtime
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