Chapter 36 Antihypertensive Drugs

Chapter 36  Antihypertensive Drugs

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

1.
A client with newly diagnosed hypertension should be counseled to do which of the following? Select all that apply:
A)
Lose weight
B)
Stop smoking
C)
Reduce stress
D)
Decrease exercise
E)
Increase sodium intake

2.
Why is it important for a nurse to encourage client to control his or her blood pressure? Select all that apply:
A)
Hypertension increases the build up of atherosclerotic plaque.
B)
Hypertension increases risk of stroke.
C)
Hypertension increases risk of colorectal carcinoma.
D)
Hypertension increases risk of liver disease
E)
Hypertension increases the work load of the heart.

3.
The administration of a calcium channel blocker results in which of the following? Select all that apply:
A)
Relaxation of blood vessels.
B)
Increase oxygen supply to the heart.
C)
Reduce the workload on the heart.
D)
Decrease blood pressure.
E)
Increase workload on the kidneys,

4.
While reviewing a client’s lab work, the nurse notices the client’s potassium is elevated. Which of the following can result in hyperkalemia?
Select all that apply:
A)
Atenolol (Tenormin)
B)
Aliskiren (Tekturna)
C)
Valsartan (Diovan)
D)
Metoprolol (Lopressor)
E)
Benazepril (Lotensin)

5.
A nurse is caring for a client experiencing a hypertensive emergency. If blood pressure is not lowered immediately which of the following can occur? Select all that apply:
A)
Damage to the heart
B)
Damage to the kidneys
C)
Damage to the gall bladder
D)
Damage to the pancreas
E)
Damage to the eyes

Answer Key

1.
A, B, C
2.
A, B, E
3.
A, B, C, D
4.
B, C, E
5.
A, B, E