real exam questions/frequently tested
questions|COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS|already graded A+
What is the therapeutic range for Lithium - ANSWER -0.5-1.5 ,
anything greater means toxic, hold and call
provider.
What is lithium used for? - ANSWER -mood stabilizer - Manic
episodes
How should phenytoin be administered? - ANSWER -With meals
at the *same time each day*
What do calcium channel blockers do? - ANSWER -Open up
blood vessels : lowers BP & HR
What kind of patients is propranolol contraindicated in? -
ANSWER -Patients with Asthma
, What medication is epinephrine contraindicated with? - ANSWER
-MAOIs
What is bethanechol used for? - ANSWER -urinary retention
What is a normal glucose level? - ANSWER -70-100
What to do if a pt had a low glucose level? - ANSWER -
Cold and clammy they need some candy
-give glucagon or
IV dextrose
What to do if Pt has a high glucose level? - ANSWER -Give
insulin
What should be monitored when taking Furosemide? - ANSWER
--I&Os
-Weight
-Lung sounds
-electrolyte (potassium)
-Skin turgor