NURS 201 QUIZ 2 – DYSRHYTHMIAS, CAD, HEART FAILURE

NURS 201 QUIZ 2 – DYSRHYTHMIAS, CAD, HEART FAILURE Lasix – monitor and how do you know its effective for pt with HF Furosemide Monitor potassium levels for hypokalemia Increased urinary output, decrease preload/volume overload Thrombocytopenia – definition and diff types, interventions and teaching Low levels of platelets <150 Hold direct pressure for 10 mins, monitor for bleeding or bruising, no IVs or injections, use soft toothbrush and electric razor, avoid NSAIDs, check bleeding times Digoxin – signs and symptoms of toxicity and what to do, what to monitor/nursing considerations Inotropic agent, increase contractility and improves cardiac output -Monitor levels: 0.8-2.0 -Toxicity: fatigue, muscle weakness, confusion, loss of appetite, N/V, anorexia – hold dose and call provider