WGU RN HESI Pharmocology Proctored Exam

After receiving five doses of filgrastim, the nurse notes that the client's white blood cell count has increased from 2,500/mm3 (2.5 x 109/L) to 5,000/mm3 (5 x 109/L). Which action should the nurse im

A client has a new prescription for zolpidem, a hypnotic. The client tells the home health nurse that he plans to take a dose of the medication during the day because he is exhausted and needs to take

The nurse is providing instructions about a client's new medications. How should the nurse explain the purpose of probenecid, a uricosuric drug?

A client with anemia secondary to chronic kidney disease (CKD) started a prescription for epoetin alfa two months ago. Which client finding best indicates that the medication is effective? Hemoglobin

The nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for a client who is taking ciprofloxacin hydrochloride tablets, which were prescribed because of a suspected anthrax exposure. Which instruction(s) sho

The nurse is administering sodium polystyrene sulfonate to a client in acute kidney injury (AKI). Which laboratory finding indicates that the medication has been effective? Glucose [Reference Range: 7

When administering medications to a group of clients, which client should the nurse closely monitor for development of acute kidney injury (AKI)?

A client taking atorvastatin develops an increased serum creatine phosphokinase (CK) level. The nurse should assess the client for the onset of which problem?

A client who is taking an oral contraceptive receives a new prescription for erythromycin. Which instruction should the nurse provide to the client?

The nurse prepares to administer a scheduled dose of labetalol by mouth to a client with hypertension. The client's vital signs are temperature 99°F (37.22°C), heart rate 48 beats/minute, resp

The nurse is planning the home care of a client who is receiving a mydriatic medication. Which environment is best for this client?

Which nursing action has the highest priority when administering a dose of codeine with acetaminophen to a client?

A client receives a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which statement made by client indicates to the nurse that education was effective?

A client receives a prescription for dalteparin 2500 units subcutaneously 2 hours before a scheduled procedure. The medication is available in a 5000 units/0.2 mL prefilled syringe. How many mL should