Inotropic Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

2023/2024 NCLEX RN (NEXT GENERATION FORMAT) ACTUAL EXAM TEST BANK OF REAL QUESTIONS & CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES NCLEX 2023 QUESTION 1 Which classification of drugs is contraindicated for the client with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? A. Positive inotropes B. Vasodilators C. Diuretics D. Antidysrhythmics Answer: A Explanation: (A) Positive inotropic agents should not be administered owing to their action of increasing myocardial contractility. Increased ventricular ...

The process by which the body break down and coverts a medication into active subtance is know as metabolism The term NOT associated with the pharmacokinetics of a drug is Pharmacodynamics R ationale: Pharmacokinetics can be simply described as the study of 'what the body does to the drugs' and includes: the rate and extend to which drugs are absorbed and distributed to body tissue; the rate and pathways by which drugs are eliminated from the body by metabolism and excretion; and the relationshi...

The nurse is aware that adrenergic drugs produce effects similar to which of these nervous systems? a. Central nervous system b. Somatic nervous system c. Sympathetic nervous system d. Parasympathetic nervous system correct answer: ANS: C Adrenergic drugs mimic the effects of the sympathetic nervous system. When an adrenergic drug stimulates beta1-adrenergic receptors, the result is an increased force of contraction, which is known as what type of effect? a. Positive inotropic b. Anti...

Patho Hesi Review Questions and Answers Already Passed A dissecting aneurysm is dangerous due to the fact that there is a tear in which layer of the vessel wall? Inner, middle, outer. medial layer- allows blood to seep into the middle layer A Pulmonary embolus can cause what kind of shock? obstructive shock A patient has type II diabetes, what symptoms should he expect? Select all that apply A. Extreme Hunger B. Excessive thirst C. Polyuria D. Salt craving E. Quick accumulation of fat A, ...

NCLEX PN ACTUAL 2023 EXAM Questions Test Bank (NCLEX-PN) (2023 Update) WITH Questions and ANSWERS Exam A QUESTION 1 To appropriately monitor therapy and client progress, the nurse should be aware that increased myocardial work and O2 demand will occur with which of the following? A. Positive inotropic therapy B. Negative chronotropic therapy C. Increase in balance of myocardial O2 supply and demand D. Afterload reduction therapy Correct Answer: A Section: Questions Set A Explanatio...

NUR2474 Exam 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023/2024  EXAM 3 PHARMACOLOGY SPRING 2023  Question 1 1 out of 1 points The nurse would recognize the need for further education in a pregnant woman taking Zofran (ondansetron), who makes which of these statements? Generic Zofran is freely available, and cheaper, via the internet.  Question 2 1 out of 1 points A client has come to the clinic seeking a prescription for Sildenafil (Viagra). What is a priority assessment question for the n...

Final Exam: NR 567 / NR567 Advanced Pharmacology for the AGACNP Exam Review | Weeks 5-8 Covered| Questions and Verified Answers (2023/ 2024 Update) Q: You are managing a patient with a dental abscess who is unable to get into the dentist until next week. The patient is stable for outpatient treatment. This patient also has a penicillin allergy. Which antibiotic should be prescribed? Answer: - Linezolid (Zyvox) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) Amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) Clindamycin (C...

Pharmacokinetics - Answer-When a drug enters the body Pharmacodynamics - Answer-How drugs exert effects 7 Routes of Administration - Answer-Oral, IV, IM, SC, intraperitoneal, intraarterial, intradermal Agonist, Partial Agonist, and Antagonist - Answer-Perfect Fit, Almost Fits, Blocks Action Affinity vs. Efficacy - Answer-How well it binds to receptor (Agonist vs. Antagonist) vs. how well the drug performs Trade Name Vs. Genetic Name - Answer-Trade - patented name (rimadyl) vs. Genetic - u...

NURS 201 QUIZ 2 – DYSRHYTHMIAS, CAD, HEART FAILURE Lasix – monitor and how do you know its effective for pt with HF Furosemide Monitor potassium levels for hypokalemia Increased urinary output, decrease preload/volume overload Thrombocytopenia – definition and diff types, interventions and teaching Low levels of platelets <150 Hold direct pressure for 10 mins, monitor for bleeding or bruising, no IVs or injections, use soft toothbrush and electric razor, avoid NSAIDs, check...

Which of the following medications may predispose the client to hearing loss? a. Aspirin--ototoxic b. Ampicillin c. Demerol d. Tylenol 2. The typical acute asthmatic attack is usually due to a combination of bronchial spasm, bronchial edema, and the presence of mucoid secretions in the bronchial lumen. The client with asthma was given mucomyst for which of the following reasons? a. To decrease the viscosity of secretions. b. To encourage the movement of the secretions in the bronchi. c...