Pharm Exam 3 Assess

Before administering amlodipine, the nurse should assess which of the following?

• Liver Function

• Blood pressure and heart rate

• Renal function

• Electrolyte levels

While administering amlodipine, the nurse should monitor for which common side effect?

• Blurred vision

• Insomnia

• Tinnitus

• Dizziness

Before administering aspirin, which of the following assessments is most important?

• Recent history of GI bleeding

• Allergies to NSAIDs

• Blood pressure levels

• Respiratory rate

What should the nurse do after administering aspirin?

• Check renal function

• Assess for heart failure symptoms

• Monitor for signs of gastrointestinal bleeding

• Monitor for a rash

What assessment should the nurse perform before administering bisacodyl?

• Monitor bowel sounds and last bowel movement

• Assess for respiratory rate

• Measure blood pressure

• Check for edema

What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient receiving bisacodyl?

• Evaluate liver function

• Monitor for signs of electrolyte imbalance

• Assess for bowel perforation

• Encourage fluid intake

Before administering captopril, the nurse should assess for which of the following?

• Blood pressure and renal function

• Platelet count

• Serum potassium levels

• Hemoglobin and hematocrit levels

What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for after administering captopril?

• Angioedema

• Weight gain

• Diarrhea

• Bradycardia

What assessment is important before administering clopidogrel?

• Check for a history of bleeding disorders

• Measure the patient's blood glucose level

• Assess the heart rate and blood pressure

• Monitor for signs of infection

After administering clopidogrel, the nurse should monitor for which of the following?

• Bleeding or bruising

• Respiratory distress

• Electrolyte imbalances

• Chest pain