NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

In which section of a drug handbook should a nurse look to determine if a client can safely receive a drug?

1. Adverse effects

2. Black box warning

3. Contraindications

4. Implementation

The correct answer is: Contraindications

In a drug handbook, a nurse should look in the Contraindications section to determine if a client can safely receive a drug. Contraindications are specific situations in which a drug should not be used or should be used with caution due to the potential harm it may cause the patient. It is crucial for the nurse to review this section to prevent any adverse reactions or harm to the patient. Option A, Adverse effects, lists the potential side effects of a drug but does not necessarily indicate if a client can safely receive the drug. Option B, Black box warning, highlights drugs with serious or life-threatening risks, but it does not provide information specific to whether a client can safely receive a drug. Option D, Implementation, focuses on the actual administration of the drug rather than determining the safety of the client receiving it.