Rasmussen: Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions and Answers Already Passed

Rasmussen: Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions and Answers Already Passed What Diet Teaching should be Included for isoniazid (INH)? Foods containing Tyramine should be Avoided while taking this drug. What Client Teaching should be included for rfampin (Rifadin)? ***With Inhalation, client should take Vitamin B6*** or eat foods like fortified cereals, baked potato with skin, bananas, or lean meats. When is BCG Contraindicated for TB Prevention? Why? In clients that are Immunosuppressed. Because this is a Live Vaccine. What Client Teaching should be included for nystatin (Mycostatin)? - Hold & Swish the medication In Mouth for 2 Minutes, Then Swallow. - Do NOT Eat/Drink for 1 Hour After; otherwise medication will be washed away. What is the Indication (use) for Steroids/Glucocorticosteroids? - Autoimmune Disorders - Cancer - Respiratory Disorders - Edema What Client Teaching should be included for Steroids/Glucocorticosteroids? - Can Cause Insomnia - Take on a FULL STOMACH - DO NOT Stop Taking Abruptly Why should Steroid Not be Stopped Abruptly? Increases Risk of Addison's Disease What is the Indication (use) for ? - Suppression of Pituitary - Osteoporosis or Fractures - Cushing's Syndrome - Hyperglycemia - Increased Bleeding - Hypertension, Tachycardia What Interaction will occur between Steroids/Glucocorticosteroids and NSAIDS or Aspirin? GI Irritation What Analgesics (pain relievers) should be Avoided When Taking Steroids/Glucocorticosteroids? NSAIDS and Aspirin (ASA) Define "Addison's Syndrome". Adrenal Insufficiency. What can Addison's Syndrome Lead To? - Adrenal Shut Down - Adrenal Crisis - Decreased Sodium - LOC Change What is the Indication for Desmopressin? Treatment of Diabetes Insipidus caused by a Deficiency of Vasopressin? What are the Nursing Considerations/Interventions for Desmopressin? - Monitor Daily Weights, LOC Changes, and I&O