NSG 318 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT {VERIFIED} ANSWERS NEWEST UPDATE|ALREADY GRADED A+

NSG 318 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT {VERIFIED}
ANSWERS NEWEST UPDATE|ALREADY GRADED A+.




What is the class of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Antihistamine (1st generation H1 blocker)




What are the indications for using Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)? -
DETAILED ANSWER-Allergic rhinitis, common cold, motion sickness,
urticaria


What is the mechanism of action of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)?
- DETAILED ANSWER-Competes with histamine at H1 receptor sites →
blocks histamine effects


What are the key side effects of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)? -
DETAILED ANSWER-Drowsiness, dry mouth, urinary retention, blurred
vision


What nursing considerations should be taken when administering
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)? - DETAILED ANSWER-Avoid use with
alcohol or CNS depressants; educate about drowsiness; avoid
driving

,Is Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) recommended for neonates or
patients with acute asthma? - DETAILED ANSWER-Not recommended


What is the class of Dextromethorphan? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Antitussive


What is the indication for Dextromethorphan? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Nonproductive cough


What is the mechanism of action of Dextromethorphan? - DETAILED
ANSWER-Acts on cough center in medulla to suppress cough reflex




What are key side effects of Dextromethorphan? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea


What nursing consideration should be taken with
Dextromethorphan in patients with asthma? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Caution in asthma


What nursing consideration should be taken with
Dextromethorphan in patients with hepatic disease? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Caution in hepatic disease

, What should be avoided when taking Dextromethorphan due to
the risk of serotonin syndrome? - DETAILED ANSWER-MAOIs


What should be encouraged to thin secretions when taking
Dextromethorphan? - DETAILED ANSWER-Fluid intake


What class of medication is Albuterol? - DETAILED ANSWER-Beta₂-
Adrenergic Agonist


What are the indications for Albuterol? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Bronchospasm, asthma, COPD


What is the mechanism of action of Albuterol? - DETAILED ANSWER-
Stimulates beta-2 receptors → bronchodilation


What are key side effects of Albuterol? - DETAILED ANSWER-Tremors,
palpitations, tachycardia, nervousness


What should be monitored when a patient is using Albuterol? -
DETAILED ANSWER-Heart rate and respiratory status




What should patients be educated on regarding Albuterol inhaler
use? - DETAILED ANSWER-Proper inhaler use