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