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PHARMACOLOGY ASSESS MENT
(B) EXAM {QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS} (VE RIFIED
BY EXPERTS)
Question : The nurse is caring for a client in a mental
health clinic.
Provider Prescriptions
1230:
Bupropion XR 150 mg daily once daily in AM for three days then increase to 150 mg twice daily.
Assessment
1200:
Client here for scheduled visit to discuss mood. Client reports they were previously prescribed sertraline for depression, however tapered off that medication 6 months ago. Client states "It made me gain weight and it
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completely took away my sex drive, so I stopped taking it." The client reports "My depression has just gotten so bad. I have been seeing a counselor and they encouraged me to see a provider about trying a different medication."
1230:
Provider Prescriptions received. Visit summary reviewed with client to discuss the newly prescribed medication.Client has a follow-up visit with provider in 3 weeks and continues with weekly counseling.
For each body system below, click to specify the adver
Correct answer: Genitourinary- changes in libido
GI- constipation metabolic- wt loss
Rationale:
When taking action, the nurse should educate the client about potential adverse effects of bupropion. Common adverse effects of this medication include changes in libido, constipation, and weight loss.
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Question : A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic.
Nurses' Notes
3 months ago:
Client was educated on non-pharmacological interventions to lower blood pressure such as exercise and a low-fat, low-sodium diet with fresh fruits and vegetables. Client to return to office for a follow-up visit in 3 months.
Today:
Blood pressure is still elevated. Provider notified and prescription given to the client. The client was educated on the medication.Vital Signs
3 months ago:
Temperature 36.7° C (98° F) Pulse 75/min Respiratory Rate 16/min Blood Pressure 130/81 mm Hg Oxygen Saturation 99% on room air
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Today:
Temperature 36.4° C (97.5° F) Pulse 77/min Respiratory Rate 16/min Blood Pressure 148/90 mm Hg Oxygen Saturation 98% on room air
Provider Prescriptions
Today:
Captopril 12.5 mg twice a day by mouth
Which client statements indicate an understanding of the teaching? Click to specify if the client statement indicates an underst
Correct answer: "I will notify my provider if I feel sick."-
Understanding
"I will eat foods high in potassium." -Need for further education