A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking etanercept (Enbrel) for the past week. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse expect to find?

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client who has rheumatoid arthritis and will begin taking methotrexate (Trexall). Which of the following is most appropriate for the nurse to closely monitor during treatment?

A client with a history of severe allergic reactions arrives in the emergency department with facial swelling, wheezing, and hypotension after a bee sting. The provider orders subcutaneous epinephrine 0.3 mg. What is the nurse’s most appropriate action before administering the medication?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoporosis and is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax) 70 mg p.o. weekly. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further instruction?

A nurse receives an order for the following medication. Leucovorin 20 mg IV Q6H The pharmacy sends the medication in the following form. (Use label below.) loucovorin label.jpg How many mL will the nurse administer in one day? Express final answer to the nearest whole number. [BLANK-1]

A nurse is caring for a client who is taking olanzapine (Zyprexa) for the treatment of bipolar disorder. Which of the following is most appropriate for the nurse to monitor during treatment?

A client arrives to the emergency room and says to the the nurse, “I’ve been hiccoughing nonstop for the past 10 or 12 hours. I’ve tried everything, but it will not stop.” The nurse would expect the primary health care provider to prescribe which drug?

A nurse is caring for a 66-year-old client with epilepsy. The client is being treated with phenytoin (Dilantin). The nurse should assess the Dilantin level more frequently if the client is receiving the medication per which route?

A nurse is caring for a client receiving chlordiazepoxide for anxiety. The nurse notes that the client is heavily sedated and not easily arousable. Which of the following should the nurse prepare to administer?

The nurse is caring for a client who has a history of seizures. The nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin (Dilantin) medication per the PA’s order. Which two nursing interventions are most important to complete prior to administering the medication. Select two responses.