ANCC Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Prep - Question List

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91. The serum levels of which of the following drugs are not decreased by phenytoin?
  1. Doxycycline
  2. Amiodarone
  3. Cyclosporine
  4. Furosemide
  5. Quinidine
92. A patient taking Dilantin (phenytoin) for a seizure disorder is experiencing breakthrough seizures. A blood sample is taken to determine the serum drug level. Which of the following would indicate a sub-therapeutic level?
  1. 15 mcg/mL.
  2. 4 mcg/mL.
  3. 10 mcg/dL.
  4. 5 mcg/dL.
93. How many hours should a patient be n.p.o. prior to a bronchoscopy?
  1. 12
  2. 8
  3. 6
  4. 4
94.

How does Lantus insulin differs from other types of insulin?

  1. It is usually injected just once a day.
  2. It is often prescribed for newly diagnosed diabetics.
  3. It does not cause hypoglycemia.
  4. It is often used in conjunction with NPH insulin.
95.

What is the guideline for maximum suction time for a patient with a tracheostomy?

  1. 5 seconds
  2. 10 seconds
  3. 30 seconds
  4. 1 minute
  5. There is no limit

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