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PN PHARM PN PHARM A client with Parkinson's disease is taking carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet). Which observation by the nurse would indicate that the desired outcome of the medication is being achieved? Lessening of tremors A client is prescribed a peak and trough level test for the antibiotic vancomycin (Vancocin). What time should the specimen be collected to obtain the trough serum drug concentration? Trough levels are drawn when the blood level is at its lowest, which is typically just ...

PN HESI PHARM PN HESI PHARM A client with diabetes mellitus takes insulin daily and is prescribed propranolol (Inderal). Which information should the nurse provide to this client? A sign of hypoglycemia is that propranolol slows a rapid heart rate. A client has a positive skin test for tuberculosis. What prophylactic drug should the practical nurse (PN) expect to be prescribed for this client? Isoniazid (INH) Amitriptyline hydrochloride (Elavil) is prescribed for an adult female client w...

PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 1 Pharmacology Exam 1 1. The study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion is known as A. pharmacotherapeutics B. pharmacodynamics C. pharmacokinetics D. pharmacy E. posology C 2. The medical situation when a particular drug should not be administered is referred to as A. side effect B. adverse effect C. drug allergy D. contraindication E. antagonism D 3. An unusual or unexpected drug reaction by an individual is known as A. toxic effect B....

PHARM 1 . A healthcare provider prescribes cephalexin monohydrate (Keflex) for a client with a postoperative infection. It is most important for the nurse to assess for what additional drug allergy before administering this prescription? A) Penicillins. B) Aminoglycosides. C) Erythromycins. D) Sulfonamides. A) Penicillins. Cross-allergies exist between penicillins(A) and cephalosporins,such as cephalexin monohydrate (Keflex), so checking for penicillin allergy is a wise precaution befo...

RESPIRATORY HESI To ensure that the client's respiratory status is stable upon his arrival on the medical unit, the nurse should complete which assessment first? Oxygen saturation -Provides info about the effectiveness of gas exchange Pt.'s RR is 32 BPM. What follow-up assessment data should the nurse obtain first? Use of accessory muscles -Indicatesincreased respiratory effort -Pt. may be in respiratory distress After answering a few questions, the client begins to cough. What assess...

PREECLAMPSIA RN CASE STUDY Preeclampsia RN Case Study At 0600 a 42 year old primigravida client is brought to the Labor and Delivery triage area by her sister. The client reports having a pounding headache for the last 12 hours unrelieved by acetaminophen, swollen hands and face for 2 days, blurry vision, and epigastric pain described as bad heartburn. The client expresses concern because her due date is not for four more weeks. Her sister tells the nurse, "I felt like that when I had ...

PN PHARMACOLOGY HESI PN Pharmacology hesi A client who has been taking phenazopyridine (Pyridium) for symptoms of urethritis and cystitis comes to the clinic because her urine is reddish-orange. Which question should the practical nurse ask to determine if the medication has been effective? A) How much water have you been drinking each day? B) Does the urine color stain your toilet bowl or undergarments? C) Have you had any relief from urinary pain, burning, or urgency? D) Did your urine...

POSTPARTUM OB This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 08-30-2021 02:54:52 GMT -05:00 Question 1 of 25 Prior to discontinuing the IV oxytocin (Pitocin), which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain? Vital signs. Vital sign assessment is important prior to discontinuing the Lactated Ringer's because the primary IV contributes to the maintenance of cardiovascular stability, but this is not the first priority. Vaginal discharge. Expulsion of minimal bright red v...

MED SURG HESI RN Med Surg HESI RN Which description of symptoms is characteristic of a client diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux)? A) Tinnitus, vertigo, and hearing difficulties. B) Sudden, stabbing, severe pain over the lip and chin. C) Facial weakness and paralysis. D) Difficulty in chewing, talking, and swallowing. B A 67-year-old woman who lives alone is admitted after tripping on a rug in her home and fractures her hip. Which predisposing factor probably led to th...

[COMPANY NAME] [Company address] STROKE (LETS NAME OUR PATIENT MR.JONES) The client, a 72-year-old male widower, lives with his son. The client tells his son that he has a headache and that he is not feeling well. Son notices some left-sided weakness in his father and takes client to the Emergency Department (ED). The Emergency Department (ED) nurse completes the admission assessment. Mr. Jones is alert but struggles to answer questions. When he attempts to talk, he slurs his speech and a...

RN MATERNAL NEWBORN A PRACTICE QUESTIONS RN Maternal Newborn A Practice questions A nurse is planning discharge for a client who is 3 days postpartum.Which of the following non pharmacological interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for lactation suppression? A) Place warm, moist packs on the breast. B) Apply cabbage leaves to the breast. C) Wear a loose- fitting bra. D) Put green tea bags on the breasts. - B) Apply cabbage leaves to the breasts. A nurse is performi...

[Author name] [COMPANY NAME] [Company address] STROKE II This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 10-06-2021 11:24:52 GMT -05:00 1. After a patient experienced a brief episode of tinnitus, diplopia, and dysarthria with no residual effects, the nurse anticipates teaching the patient about a. cerebral aneurysm clipping. b. heparin intravenous infusion. c. oral low-dose aspirin therapy. d. tissue plasminogen activator (tPA). 2. A 68-year-old patient is being admitted with a p...

[Author name] [COMPANY NAME] [Company address] MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING Chapter 57: Stroke Lewis: Medical-Surgical Nursing, 10th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. After a patient experienced a brief episode of tinnitus, diplopia, and dysarthria with no residual effects, the nurse anticipates teaching the patient about a. cerebral aneurysm clipping. c. oral low-dose aspirin therapy. b. heparin intravenous infusion. d. tissue plasminogen activator (tPA). ANS: C The patient’s symptoms are c...

MENTAL HEALTH Mental Health Case: Andrew Davis Documentation Assignments Document your findingsrelated to the focused assessment of Mr. Davis’s alcohol withdrawalsymptoms.Include his responses to your assessment. Mr. Davis is AOx3. BP: 160.82. Respirations: 20 breaths/min. HR 100. Temp 99.0°F . Mood is anxious, restless and he is irritated with questions. Reports headache and states pain is 4 on a 0-10 pain scale. Reports sensitivity to lights. Perspiration on forehead and is warm to ...

MENTAL HEALTH II Mental Health Case: Andrew Davis Guided Reflection Questions Opening Questions 1. How did the simulated experience of Andrew Davis’ case make you feel? This Vsim with Mr. Davis made me feel more empathetic toward alcoholics. It provided insight that everyone isjust going through life in their own way. It helped me fell confident that I may be ofsome use going forward if I find myself dealing with a patient going through withdrawl from alcohol. 2. Talk about what went w...

VSIM ANDÍEW DAVIS MENTAL HEALTH POST Vsim Andíew Davis Mental Health Post-Quiz Symptoms of alcohol withdíawal begin within what time peíiod afteí the cessation oí maíked íeduction of alcohol intake by the chíonic alcohol díinkeí? A. 120 minutes B. 1 week C. 3 days D. 12 houís D What teím íefeís to the collection of symptoms that aíe associated with untíeated alcohol withdíawal? A. koísakoff syndíome B. caídiac myopathy C. deliíium tíemens D. weínicke's enc...

MENTAL HEALTH CASE: ANDREW DAVIS DOCUMENTATION ASSIGNMENTS Mental Health Case: Andrew Davis Documentation Assignments 1. Document your findings related to the focused assessment of Mr. Davis’s alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Include his responses to your assessment. ● Mr. Davis reported visual and auditory disturbances, a severe headache, tremors when holding his hands in front of him, diaphoresis, agitation, and anxiety. 2. Document your findings related to the assessment of Mr. ...

MENTAL HEALTH CASE Mental Health Case: Andrew Davis Documentation Assignments 1. Document your findings related to the focused assessment of Mr. Davis’s alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Include his responses to your assessment. ● Mr. Davis reported visual and auditory disturbances, a severe headache, tremors when holding his hands in front of him, diaphoresis, agitation, and anxiety. 2. Document your findings related to the assessment of Mr. Davis using the Clinical Institute Withdrawa...

MENTAL HEALTH CASE II Mental Health Case: Andrew Davis Guided Reflection Questions Opening Questions 1. How did the simulated experience of Andrew Davis’ case make you feel? I felt calm and confident with this scenario. I felt prepared, which contributed to my calmness. I also felt a little sad because I could tell that Mr. Davis was disappointed in himself, and that is a very lonely place to be – to feel like a leader who has let his flock down. 2. Talk about what went well in the s...

RN FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING TEST BANK QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 1 RN FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 1. A facility has a system for transcribing medication orders to a Kardex as well as a computerizedmedication administration record (MAR). A physician writes the following order for a client: "Prednisone 5 mg P.O. daily for 3 days." The order is correctly transcribed on the Kardex. However, the nurse who transcribes the order onto the MAR neglects to place the limitation of 3 days on the prescrip...