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Adverse effects of Carvidopa/Levodopa-ANSWER-(Sinemet–anti
Parkinsonian; dopaminergic)
Abnormal movements, psychiatric disorders
•Advise clients of potential side effects and to notify the
provider if they occur.
Adverse effects of morphine, what are you monitoring for?-
ANSWER-Respiratory depression
constipation
urinary retention
orthostatic hypertension
cough suppression
sedation
biliary colic
emesis
overdose triad: resp. depression, coma and pinpoint pupils
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,What drug would you administer for an anaphylactic reaction
to penicillin?-ANSWER-Mild rashes and hives can be treated
with diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
Anaphylactic reaction is a life–threatening, treat with
epinephrine, bronchodilators, and antihistamines. Provide
respiratory support and inform the provider.
client education for lovastatin-ANSWER-(Lipitor; statin)
advise clients to observe for symptoms of liver dysfunction
(anorexia, vomiting, nausea, jaundice), and notify the provider
if symptoms occur.
•advise clients to avoid alcohol.
advise clients to report symptoms of muscle aches, pain, and
tenderness.
advise clients to observe for signs and symptoms of peripheral
neuropathy, and to notify the provider if symptoms occur
advise clients to limit the amount of grapefruit juice consumed
each day. Clients should not drink more than 1 qt a day.
If you are taking phenelzine – what foods would you avoid?-
ANSWER-(MAOI; Nardine)
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, tyramine–rich foods include aged cheese, pepperoni, salami,
avocados, figs, bananas, smoked fish, protein, some dietary
supplements, some beers, and red wine.
Concurrent use with vasopressors (caffeine, phenylethylamine)
may result in hypertension.
•advise the client to avoid foods that contain these agents
(caffeinated beverages, chocolate, fava beans, ginseng)
procedure for wasting narcotic analgesics-ANSWER-• Dispose
in waste receptacle with 2nd nurse observing
hydrocodone adverse effects-ANSWER-CNS effects (dizziness,
lightheadedness, drowsiness, respiratory depression)–Narcan
GI distress (nausea, vomiting, constipation)–take with food
Potential for abuse–use for short duration
clonidine transdermal patch, nursing actions for side effects-
ANSWER-(Catapres; Centrally acting alpha 2 agonist; HTN)
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