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The nurse should assess a patient who is taking lorazepam (Ativan) for the development of which of the following?
- Tachypnea
- Ataxia
- Euphoria
- Astigmatism
Ataxia
Which classification of scheduled drugs is the most addictive?
- Schedule 1
- Schedule 2
- Schedule 3
- Schedule 4
Schedule 1
A patient has Phenobarbital ordered q 12 hours. Which of the following is a contraindication?
- Hypertension
- Tachycardia
- Asthma
- Glaucoma
Glaucoma
Phenytoin is order to be given IV. The patient has D5W + 20 mEq of potassium. What do you do?
- Discontinue the IV and use NS to administer
- Go ahead and administer the medication
- Notify the physician
- Administer with D5W
Discontinue the IV and use NS to administer
A child is ordered to take Valporic Acid 10 ml PO. They are refusing to take the medication. What can the nurse do?
- Force it down
- Skip the dose
- Mix with juice
- Mix with coke
Mix with juice
What is the antagonist for benzodiazepines in case of overdose?
- Atropine
- Naloxone
- Flumazenil
- Epinephrine
Flumazenil
A 17-yr-old male has been prescribed escitalopram (Lexapro) for uncontrolled anxiety. What teaching do the parents need?
- Signs of increased depression or thoughts of suicide should be reported
- Cigarette smoking will counteract the effects of this drug
- If dizziness occurs, alternate school arrangements may be needed.
- Anxiety and excitability may increase during the first 2 weeks of use.
Signs of increased depression or thoughts of suicide should be reported
Zolpidem(Ambien)has been ordered for a patient with insomnia. What information will the nurse provide for this patient?
- Take with food
- Take immediately before bed
- May wake up with a "hangover"
- May be used long-term
Take immediately before bed
The nurse is monitoring the patient for early signs of lithium (Eskalith). Which symptoms may indicate toxicity?
- Decreased urination
- Ataxia
- Increased reflexes, confusion, or slurred speech
- Convulsions
Increased reflexes, confusion, or slurred speech
What is a reason to give a child a "holiday" from methylphenidate (Ritalin)?
- To prevent the occurrence of a Hypertensive crisis
- To allow the child's "normal" behavior to return
- To reduce or eliminate the risk of drug toxicity
- To decrease drug dependence and assess patient status
To decrease drug dependence and assess patient status
A 77 yr-old is prescribed imipramine for depression and anxiety. Due to age, which side effects are a priority?
- Drowsiness and sedation
- Dry mouth and photosensitivity
- Urinary frequency
- Anxiety, headaches, and insomnia
Drowsiness and sedation
Which is a priority teaching for a patient taking phenelzine (Nardil)?
- Headaches may occur and OTC meds should be effective.
- Monitor for hypotension
- Hyperglycemia may occur
- Read food labels and OTC drugs due to interactions
Read food labels and OTC drugs due to interactions
What is a nursing implication for a patient receiving haloperidol (Haldol) who is exhibiting psychotic behavior?
- Administer crushed or opened with food if patient cannot swallow a pill
- Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids
- Haldol is given prn only
- Incidence of EPS is decreased
Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids
A patient is prescribed fluphenazine for psychosis. What drug will the nurse anticipate should dystonia occur?
- Benztropine (Cogentin)
- Haloperidol (Haldol)
- Diazepam (Valium)
- Lorazepam (Ativan)
Benztropine (Cogentin)
Patient stops taking antipsychotic due to sexual dysfunction 2 weeks ago. What would the nurse be concerned about?
- EPS such as secondary Parkinsonism
- Hypertensive crisis
- Significant muscle twitching, increasing fall risk
- Symptoms of psychosis are likely to return
Symptoms of psychosis are likely to return
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