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97. A patient with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate (Trexall) 15 mg PO weekly. The pharmacy supplies methotrexate 2.5 mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse administer per weekly dose?

93. A patient with acute angle-closure glaucoma has an order for mannitol (Osmitrol) 1.5 g/kg IV over 30 minutes. The patient weighs 70 kg and the pharmacy supplies mannitol 20% (200 mg/mL). What is the volume to be infused?

80. A patient with RA who has failed DMARD therapy is prescribed adalimumab (Humira), a TNF inhibitor. Which action is the nurse’s HIGHEST priority BEFORE the first dose?

54. When assessing a patient who spilled hot oil on the right leg and foot, the nurse notes dry, pale, and hard skin. The patient states the burn is NOT painful. Which term would the nurse use to document the burn depth?

8. A patient is being evaluated for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Which information would the nurse explain to the patient’s adult children?

48. The charge nurse observes a newly hired nurse performing interventions for a patient who had right cataract removal. Which action requires the charge nurse to intervene?

53. What is the drug of choice for treating anaphylaxis?

68. A patient with multiple rib fractures becomes increasingly restless and confused 48 hours after admission. The nurse observes small, scattered red spots on the patient’s chest and neck. What is the nurse’s priority concern?

98. A patient with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax) 70 mg PO weekly. The pharmacy supplies alendronate 35 mg tablets. How many tablets will the nurse administer per dose?

25. A patient is being admitted with a possible stroke. Which information indicates the patient is more likely having a hemorrhagic stroke than a thromboembolic stroke?