1.

The nurse is using a drug handbook to determine the indications for the drug furosemide
(Lasix). The term
indications is defined as the:
A. Way a drug works on the target organs.
B. Amount of the drug to be administered.
C. Conditions for which a drug is approved.
D. Reason that the drug should not be given.

2. The nurse is asked by a family member: “They’re giving mom Tempra and she takes
Biogesic. Hasn’t the wrong drug been ordered?” The nurse will respond, knowing that:
A. There has been an error in the order and the nurse will contact the health care provider.
B. There may be a reason for the health care provider to order a different drug.
C. Not all health care agencies buy the same generic drugs and that may account for the
difference.
D. Tempra and Biogesic are trade names for the same generic drug, paracetamol.

3. The nurse is looking up a drug that has been prescribed and wants to know the
therapeutic classification for the drug. Which of the following would indicate a therapeutic
classification?
A. Beta-adrenergic antagonist
B. Antihypertensive
C. Diuretic
D. Calcium channel blocker

4. While completing the health history, the nurse asks the client, “What medications do you
take regularly?” Which drug name would the nurse expect the client to use in providing the
answer?
A. Chemical
B. Generic
C. Trade
D. Standard

5. The nurse is teaching the client about a newly prescribed medication. Which statement
made by the client would indicate the need for further medication education?
A. “The liquid form of the drug will be absorbed faster than the tablets.”
B. “If I take more, I’ll have a better response.”
C. “Taking this drug with food will decrease how much drug gets into my system.”
D. “I can consult my health care provider if I experience unexpected adverse effects.”