1. A patient with chronic heart failure is prescribed digoxin.
Which of the following is a crucial nursing intervention for
monitoring this medication?
A. Assessing for hypertension
B. Monitoring serum electrolyte levels
C. Evaluating the patient's pain level
D. Checking for skin rashes
Answer: B. Monitoring serum electrolyte levels
Rationale: Digoxin has a narrow therapeutic window and is
affected by serum electrolyte levels, particularly potassium.
Monitoring these levels is essential to prevent digoxin toxicity.
2. When administering chemotherapy, what is the primary reason
for an Advanced Practice Nurse to assess for neutropenia in a
patient?
A. To evaluate the effectiveness of the chemotherapy
B. To prevent hypersensitivity reactions
C. To reduce the risk of infection
D. To monitor for potential nephrotoxicity
Answer: C. To reduce the risk of infection
Rationale: Neutropenia, a common side effect of chemotherapy,
significantly increases the risk of infection due to a reduced
number of neutrophils.
3. A patient is prescribed a non-sel
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