How these normal age-related changes and diseases that may affect distribution and
metabolism of medications in the older adult. (Blood flow, liver function, renal
function, cardiac output)
Give this one a try later!
(REDUCED blood flow) affects the distribution of meds, leads to altered
drug concentration in different body compartments
(Liver Function) huge role in metabolizing drugs; slower clearance of meds
which prolongs their effects leading to RISK OF TOXICITY
(Renal function) filtering waste & drugs; reduced GFR which leads to
accumulation of drugs and increased adverse effects
(Cardiac output) impact distribution of meds throughout the body
Ketones are chemicals made in your liver. They are high in patients with diabetes or
with chronic vomiting, extreme exercise, low-carbohydrate diets, dehydration or
eating disorders.
T/F?
, Give this one a try later!
True.
Ketones are chemicals produced when the body breaks down fat for
energy in the absence of sufficient glucose. Everyone has ketones (whether
you have diabetes or not), the levels are typically very low and may not be
detectable in urine tests. Not a dx on its own, clinical eval, medical hx,
physical exam, and other lab tests are necessary.
What are the risk factors of Glaucoma? (Hint: There's 6)
Give this one a try later!
Risk factors for glaucoma include...
- thin cornea
- African American race
- older age
- diabetes mellitus
- nearsightedness - prolonged use of topical/ systemic corticosteroids.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of hyponatremia. What nursing
intervention is appropriate to include in the plan of care for this patient? (Select all
that apply.)
A. Restricting tap water intake
B. Assessing for symptoms of nausea and malaise
C. Encouraging the use of salt substitute instead of salt
D. Monitoring neurologic status
E. Encouraging the intake of low-sodium liquids
Give this one a try later!
metabolism of medications in the older adult. (Blood flow, liver function, renal
function, cardiac output)
Give this one a try later!
(REDUCED blood flow) affects the distribution of meds, leads to altered
drug concentration in different body compartments
(Liver Function) huge role in metabolizing drugs; slower clearance of meds
which prolongs their effects leading to RISK OF TOXICITY
(Renal function) filtering waste & drugs; reduced GFR which leads to
accumulation of drugs and increased adverse effects
(Cardiac output) impact distribution of meds throughout the body
Ketones are chemicals made in your liver. They are high in patients with diabetes or
with chronic vomiting, extreme exercise, low-carbohydrate diets, dehydration or
eating disorders.
T/F?
, Give this one a try later!
True.
Ketones are chemicals produced when the body breaks down fat for
energy in the absence of sufficient glucose. Everyone has ketones (whether
you have diabetes or not), the levels are typically very low and may not be
detectable in urine tests. Not a dx on its own, clinical eval, medical hx,
physical exam, and other lab tests are necessary.
What are the risk factors of Glaucoma? (Hint: There's 6)
Give this one a try later!
Risk factors for glaucoma include...
- thin cornea
- African American race
- older age
- diabetes mellitus
- nearsightedness - prolonged use of topical/ systemic corticosteroids.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of hyponatremia. What nursing
intervention is appropriate to include in the plan of care for this patient? (Select all
that apply.)
A. Restricting tap water intake
B. Assessing for symptoms of nausea and malaise
C. Encouraging the use of salt substitute instead of salt
D. Monitoring neurologic status
E. Encouraging the intake of low-sodium liquids
Give this one a try later!
