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What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on digoxin? - CORRECT ANSWER-potassium What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on acetaminophen? - CORRECT ANSWER-temperature What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on glipizide? - CORRECT ANSWER-blood glucose What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on morphine? - CORRECT ANSWER-respiratory rate What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on prednisone? - CORRECT ANSWER-delayed wound healing What should the nurse monitor whi...

Knowledge required prior to med administration - CORRECT ANSWER-med class/category mechanism of action therapeutic effect side effects adverse effects toxic effects med interactions precautions/contraindications prep, dosage, admin nursing implications Drug Nomenclature - CORRECT ANSWER-chemical name isobutylphenylpropanoic acid generic name ibuprofen trade name advil Uncontrolled substances - CORRECT ANSWER-requires monitoring by provider, but do not pose a risk of abuse and/o...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for pt. who has seizure disorder. The med. has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should nurse expect to give this med? A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 - CORRECT ANSWER-*Answer: A* Rationale: A) Meds with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic levels between doses for long periods of time. Expect to give phenobarbital once a day. B) A med the nurse gives 2x a day would have a shorter half life. An example is vancomycin. C) 3x a day woul...

A nurse is preparing a client's medications. Which of the following actions should the nurse take in the following legal practice guidelines? (Select all that apply) A. Maintain skill competency B. Determine the dosage C. Monitor for adverse effects D. Safeguard medications E. Identify the client's diagnosis - CORRECT ANSWER-A. Maintain skill competency C. Monitor for adverse effects D. Safeguard medications A nurse reviewing a client's health record notes a new prescription for ...

Patient identifiers - CORRECT ANSWER--Medical record number -home telephone number What lab values should a nurse monitor for a patient with chronic renal failure? - CORRECT ANSWER-■ Urinalysis Hematuria, proteinuria, and alterations in specific gravity Serum creatinine - Gradual increase of 1 to 2 mg/dL per every 24 to 48 hr for acute renal failure (ARF) - Gradual increase over months to years for chronic renal failure (CRF) exceeding 4 mg/dL ■ Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) - 80...

A client asks you about the difference btwn a generic drug and a trade- or brand- name drug. Which of the following are true regarding generic drugs? A.Have the potential for abuse and dependence B. Have the same chemical composition as the brand- name drug C. May have several brand names D. May have several generic names E. Are usually less expensive than a brand- name drug - CORRECT ANSWER-B, C, & E are correct Pharmacokinetic processes - CORRECT ANSWER-Distribution Absorption Excret...

A nurse is teaching the adult child of a client about instilling eye drops in the clients right eye. Which of the following statements by the clients adult child indicates an understanding of the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-I will pull down her lower eyelid and drop the medication inside A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a fluticasone propionate inhaler with a spacer. The client asks the nurse why a space is needed with the inhaler. Which of the following responses shou...

A nurse on a medical unit is preparing to administer alendronate 40 mg PO for an older adult client who has Paget's disease of the bone. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ambulate the client to a chair prior to administering the medication A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a prescription for zolpidem at bedtime to promote sleep. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects? - CORRECT AN...

what medication is a leukotriene receptor antagonist? - CORRECT ANSWER-Montelukast Which statement made by a person regarding hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-I should take extra care when standing up or changing positions. A 250mg dose of an oral medication has been ordered. The medication is supplied only in 100mg tablets. How many tablets would you administer? - CORRECT ANSWER-2.5 What medication is considered a potassium-sparing diuretic? - CORRECT ANSWER-spir...

a nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. which of the following statements by the client indiciates an understanding of the teaching - CORRECT ANSWER-I will take the patch off right after my evening meal a nurse receives a verbal order from the provider to administer morphine 5 mg every 4 hours subQ for sever pain as needed. the nurse should identify which of the following entries as the correct format doe the medications administration record (...

Digoxin (lanoxin) SE - CORRECT ANSWER-blurred/double vision Guaifenesin SE - CORRECT ANSWER-can cause drowsiness Estrogen (premarin) SE - CORRECT ANSWER-↑ risk of Thromboembolism with s/s: SOB, severe headache, vomiting, sudden acute pain in the calves, legs, chest, abdomen. Doxepin (Sinequan) [anticholinergic] SE - CORRECT ANSWER-urinary retension, constipation, drying of nasal/oral secretons, ↑HR Albuterol (Proventil) [sympathomimetic/ adrenergic beta-2 agonist] Contraindicated...

Chlorpromazine - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antipsychotic - Treats schizophrenia Amantadine - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antiparkinson, antiviral - Treats extrapyramidal manifestations (caused by antipsychotic drugs) Bupropion - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antidepressant for MDD and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) OR aid in smoking cessation - An "atypical" antidepressant because it does not exert common S/E (sexual dysfunction, sedation, weight gain) - Common antidepressant categories: SSRIs, TCAs, MAIOs Phe...

NGN: A nurse at a clinic is evaluating a client. Drag 1 condition and 1 client finding to fill in each blank in the following sentence. Relevant info: Heart rate 110/min Nurses' Notes​: Today: Adult female client is here for 3 month follow up visit after receiving a new prescription 3 months ago. Client reports feeling nervous and being irritable. Client is alert and oriented to person place and time. Skin moist and intact some sweating noted on forehead. Heart rate regular and fast. Res...

A nurse is completing an incident report for a med error, which of the following information should the nurse include in the report - CORRECT ANSWER--the incident report should clearly and thoroughly report the facts of the error A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to begin taking Oxybutynin for urinary incontinence. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include in the teaching - CORRECT ANSWER--Oxybutynin is an anticholinergic that causes dryness -symptoms inc...

A nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? A. "I should apply a patch every 5 minutes if I develop chest pain." B. "I will take the patch off right after my evening meal." C. "I will leave the patch off at least 1 day each week." D. "I should discard the used patch by flushing it down the toilet." - CORRECT ANSWER-Answer: B B. Clients should r...

A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving intravenous therapy. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a manifestation of fluid volume excess? a. Decreased bowel sounds b. Distended neck veins c. Bilateral muscle weakness d. Thread pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-b. Distended neck veins A nurse is caring for a client who has hyponatremia and is receiving an infusion of a prescribed hypertonic solution. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the...

phases of pharmacokinetics - CORRECT ANSWER-Absorption Distribution Metabolism Excretion ​ Absorption - CORRECT ANSWER-transmission of medications from the location of administration to the bloodstream Absorption routes - CORRECT ANSWER-Oral. Sublingual, Buccal. Inhalation via mouth and nose. Intramural, topical. Subcutaneous, intramuscular. Intravenous. other mucous membranes, Rectal and Vaginal. Distribution - CORRECT ANSWER-transportation of medications to sites of ac...

A nurse on a medical unit is preparing to administer alendronate 40 mg PO for an older adult client who has Paget's disease of the bone. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ambulate the client to a chair prior to administering the medication The nurse should ambulate the client to a chair and ensure that the client is sitting upright before administering the alendronate to prevent esophagitis from occurring. The client must also be able to sit or ...

Anaphylactic reaction - CORRECT ANSWER-Severe allergic reaction to a medication or substance 0.9% sodium chloride - CORRECT ANSWER-Isotonic solution used to replace fluids and maintain hydration Diphenhydramine - CORRECT ANSWER-Antihistamine used to treat allergic reactions Elevate legs and feet - CORRECT ANSWER-Positioning to improve blood flow and reduce swelling Epinephrine - CORRECT ANSWER-Emergency medication used to treat severe allergic reactions Sertraline - CORRECT ANSWER...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for a client who has a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should the nurse expect to administer this medication? - CORRECT ANSWER-One A staff educator is reviewing medication dosages and factors that influence medication metabolism with a group of nurses at an in-service presentation. Which of the following factors should the educator include as a reason to administer lower medication dosages? (Select all...