NURS 6521N Week 9 Quiz : Advanced Pharmacology: Walden University NURS 6521N Week 9 Quiz: Advanced Pharmacology: Walden University

Question 1 A 45-year-old woman with acute leukemia is going to begin chemotherapy with vincristine. The nurse is aware that vincristine must always be administered A. at a rapid infusion rate. B. at a slow infusion rate. C. through a central line. D. through an IV line primed with vincristine. 1 points

Question 2 A 62-year-old patient taking tamoxifen exhibits increased bone and tumor pain along with a local disease flare. The nurse interprets this as an indication of which of the following? A. A hypersensitivity reaction B. Cardiomyopathy C. Nephrotoxic effects of tamoxifen D. The tumor responding to treatment 1 points

Question 3 A middle-aged patient has received a diagnosis of GI stromal tumor following an extensive diagnostic workup. Imatinib has been recommended as a component of the patient’s drug regimen. What patient education should the nurse provide to this patient? A. “If you experience significant nausea after taking a dose, stop taking the drug and schedule an appointment at the clinic.” B. “Try to keep your PICC line dressing as dry as possible at all times.” C. “It’s important that you let us know if you develop any significant swelling or puffiness.” D. “You’ll likely experience a lot of dry mouth while you’re taking this drug, so it’s helpful to chew ice chips.” 1 points