The nurse is providing medications to an adult patient with a history of advanced kidney disease. Which laboratory finding indicates that the dosages of medications may need to be decreased?

While caring for a patient scheduled for knee replacement surgery, the nurse provides cefazolin(antibiotic) as ordered 30 minutes preoperatively. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?

Based on the classification system of pharmacodynamics, which category statements are accurate? (Select all that apply.)

The LPN/LVN is aware that the bioavailability of a drug is based on multiple factors. Which factor(s) would be included? Select all that apply.

A nurse is working with a patient who has been taking medication for anxiety for several weeks and now reports that the medication doesn't seem to work anymore. The patient has stopped taking the medication, as it doesn't work. Which finding should the nurse suspect?

A nurse from the adult medical unit is pulled to the geriatric unit. The nurse notes that many of the common medications provided are in lower doses than typically prescribed. What action by the nurse is the highest priority?

Which term means moving of the medication from the site of administration to the target organ?

The LPN/LVN is assisting in the care of a patient with metastatic cancer. The patient expresses feelings of hopelessness and frustration over the unavailability of effective medical therapy in the United States. Which information would the LPN/LVN provide to the patient regarding approval of drugs in the United states?

A patient has experienced an upset stomach from a medication taken previously and is concerned about the possibility of additional side effects. What is the best nursing response?

A nursing student is reviewing the concept of a generic drug. Which statement is accurate?

Which term means leaving the body?