2023/2024 HESI Pharmacology Exit Actual Exam Questions & Answers
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which symptoms are serious adverse effects of beta-adrenergic blockers such as
propranolol (inderal)?
A. Headache, hypertension, and blurred vision.
B. Wheezing, hypotension, and AV block.
C. Vomiting, dilated pupils, and papilledema.
D. Tinnitus, muscle weakness, and tachypnea. - CORRECT ANSWER B. Wheezing,
hypotension, and AV block.
(B) represents the most serious adverse effects of beta-blocking agents. AV block is
generally associated with bradycardia and results in potentially life-threatening
decreases in cardiac output. Additionally, wheezing secondary to bronchospasm and
hypotension represent life- threatening respiratory and cardiac disorders. (A, C, and D)
are not associated with beta- blockers.
The healthcare provider prescribes naloxone (Narcan) for a client in the emergency
room. Which assessment data would indicate that the naloxone has been effective? The
client's...
A. Statement that the chest pain is better
B) respiratory rate is 16 breaths/minute.
C) seizure activity has stopped temporarily.
D) pupils are constricted bilaterally. - CORRECT ANSWER B.
Naloxone (Narcan) is a narcotic antagonist that reverses the respiratory depression
effects of opiate overdose, so assessment of a normal respiratory rate (B) would
indicate that the respiratory depression has been halted. (A, C, and D) are not related to
naloxone (Narcan) administration.