Maryville NURS 615 Exam 2 (New 2024/2025 Update) Questions and Answers

Maryville NURS 615 Exam 2 (New 2024/2025 Update) Questions and Answers What blood values should be monitored with carbamazepine (Tegretol)? ANSWER CBC test every 3-4 months to monitor for decrease in WBCs, platelets, and trouble with RBC production. What are the pharmacodynamics of carbamazepine (Tegretol)? ANSWER - Auto-metabolizes leading to lower serum levels despite compliance. - Half-life 30 hours as single dose, 15 hours when given repeatedly. What are the Black Box Warnings for carbamazepine (Tegretol)? ANSWER - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) - Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) Carbamazepine (Tegretol) is what type of drug? ANSWER Anticonvulsant drug What should families be taught regarding the monitoring of seizure activity? ANSWER - Prevention of seizures - Patient Safety - Quality of life issues - Do not discontinue medication due to increased risk of seizures What electrolyte imbalance is noted with the administration of topiramate (Topamax)? ANSWER Decrease in sodium bicarbonate leading to hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis.