Exam-Prep / Nursing Quiz... START QUIZ #1. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics? Hypotension Hypotension Diarrhea Diarrhea Increased appetite Increased appetite Respiratory depression Respiratory depression #2. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with diabetes who is experiencing hypoglycemia? Administering insulin to correct the high blood sugar level Administering insulin to correct the high blood sugar level Administering a fast-acting carbohydrate, such as orange juice or glucose tablets Administering a fast-acting carbohydrate, such as orange juice or glucose tablets Restricting fluid intake to avoid exacerbating the low blood sugar level Restricting fluid intake to avoid exacerbating the low blood sugar level Administering a long-acting insulin to prevent further drops in blood sugar Administering a long-acting insulin to prevent further drops in blood sugar #3. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction (heart attack)? Administering pain medication immediately Administering pain medication immediately Encouraging the patient to engage in vigorous physical activity Encouraging the patient to engage in vigorous physical activity Monitoring cardiac enzymes and troponin levels Monitoring cardiac enzymes and troponin levels Administering a beta-blocker medication without consulting the healthcare provider Administering a beta-blocker medication without consulting the healthcare provider #4. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with impaired swallowing? Offering large amounts of thin liquids to facilitate swallowing Offering large amounts of thin liquids to facilitate swallowing Providing straw for drinking to prevent choking Providing straw for drinking to prevent choking Administering medications without dilution or crushing Administering medications without dilution or crushing #5. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected drug overdose? Administering activated charcoal without consulting the healthcare provider Administering activated charcoal without consulting the healthcare provider Monitoring respiratory rate and providing oxygen therapy Monitoring respiratory rate and providing oxygen therapy Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Administering a stimulant medication to counteract the overdose effects Administering a stimulant medication to counteract the overdose effects Finish Results You got it … Good Try.. Need more Practice. TRY AGAIN WITH NEW QUESTIONS
