University of Houston Ch43 Focus on Nursing Pharmacology 6e Instructor Test Bank

Ch43 – Focus on Nursing Pharmacology 6e Instructor Test Bank Practical Pharmacology (OPTO 6253) University of Houston

Chapter 43- Drugs Affecting Blood Pressure

hat does the clinic nurse anticipate as initial drug therapy for a 39-year-old African American man who is 25 pounds overweight and newly diagnosed with hypertension?A)An angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitorB)A beta-blockerC)A calcium channel blockerD)A diuretic

A)Mental illnessB)Hepatic diseaseC)Renal diseaseD)Peptic ulcer disease
patient has been prescribed losartan (Cozaar) for hypertension. What patient teaching points will the nurse include about this drug include?A)Report onset of a cough or fever to health care provider. B)Limit fluid intake to decrease urinary output. C)Monitor blood pressure once a week. D)Take the drug late in the day to prevent sleepiness. 

medication. Along with promoting safety, what is the other goal of the nurse’s teaching plan?A)A blood pressure of 120/80B)Medication complianceC)A discussion with his insurance company about the cost of the drugD)Verbalization of why drugs should be kept out of the reach of children

physical exercise. In which step of a stepped-care management approach will the nurse teach about these changes in lifestyle?A)Step 1 onlyB)Steps 1 and 2C)Steps 1, 2, and 3D)Steps 1, 2, 3, and 4

A patient taking diltiazem (Cardizem) for hypertension has come to the clinic for a follow-up appointment. What adverse effects would the nurse assess the patient for?

A)Chest pain and pale skinB)Shortness of breath and wheezingC)Peripheral edema and bradycardiaD)Tachycardia and increased energy level

B)Excessive sweating on the jobC)Three large meals a dayD)One beer every night

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