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A nurse is conducting a follow-up visit with a client who has been taking gemifloxacin for the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia for three days. The client reports left foot pain rated at 6 out of 10 on a 0 to 10 pain-rating scale. Which is the best next action by the nurse?

A client prescribed codeine for pain relief reports constipation. The client’s last bowel movement was three days ago. What is the nurse’s best response?

A client questions the nurse regarding why he developed a superinfection while receiving fluoroquinolone therapy. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

A nurse is administering meperidine (Demerol) 100 mg IV for a client who is admitted with a pelvic fracture. Following the injection, which of the following data is the priority for the nurse to assess?

A nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for a client who is to continue taking NSAIDs at home. Which important point should the nurse prioritize in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a client who is suspected of an overdose on oxycodone (OxyContin). For which of the following medications should the nurse most likely anticipate an order?

A 58-year-old client is taking neomycin for the treatment of hepatic coma. Which of the following is most important for the nurse closely monitor during treatment?

Which drug is safest for pain management in a client who is admitted for gallbladder pain?

The nurse is to administer a prescribed opioid to a client. The nurse would question administering this drug if which disorder is noted in the client’s history?

The nurse is providing discharge education to a client who is prescribed tetracycline. Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include in the teaching?