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Calcium channel blockers have which pharmacodynamic effect? 

A patient is being discharged with continued ciprofloxacin therapy. When providing discharge teaching, the nurse should advise the patient to call the healthcare provider immediately if what develops? 

Which of the following medications is used to promote gastric ulcer healing by providing a protective barrier against acid and pepsin?

Which of the following drugs is classified as a macrolide antibiotic?

A patient who is taking a beta-adrenergic agonist for bronchodilation may also take which type of inhaled drug for its anti-inflammatory effects? 

A patient is experiencing chemotherapy-induced nausea. Which prescribed medication would be most effective for this patient? 

The nurse is reviewing the orders for a newly admitted patient and sees an order for edrophonium (Tensilon). The nurse expects that this drug is ordered for which reason? 

A patient with hyperlipidemia is prescribed atorvastatin for cholesterol management. Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of atorvastatin?  

In reviewing the medication orders for a newly admitted patient, the nurse recognizes that which is an indication for atropine sulfate? 

A patient has had blood pressures of 150/95 and 148/90 mm Hg on two separate office visits. The patient reports a blood pressure of 145/92 mm Hg taken in an ambulatory setting. The patient’s diagnostic tests are all normal. The nurse will expect this patient’s provider to order: