NUR 2474 (NUR2474)

1. Lithium levels, use, side effects o Lithium is a MOOD STABILIZER o Levels:  0.4 to 1 mEq/L. o Action:  Prevents/decreases incidence of acute manic episodes - May inhibit MOA = Increase activity of brain o Use:  Treat Bipolar Disorder o Side Effects:  Nausea, , Abdominal bloating, Anorexia, Fatigue, and Memory impairment, Polyuria (frequently urinating), Tremor, Hypothyroidism o Teratogenic  Def: Can disturb the development of the embryo/fetus and produce malformati...

Module 4: Prototype Medication Name - Prototype Medication Class Beclomethasone - Glucocorticoids Prednisone - Glucocorticoids Cromolyn - mast cell stabilizers Zafirlukast - leukotriene modifiers Albuterol - Bronchodilators: Beta2-Adrenergic Agonists Salmeterol - Bronchodilators: Beta2-Adrenergic Agonists Theophylline - Bronchodilators: Methylxanthines Ipratropium - Anticholinergic Drugs Hydrocodone - Opioid Drugs for Cough Dextromethorphan - Nonopioid Drugs for Cough Cimetidine - H2-...

1. The nurse working on a high-acuity medical-surgical unit is prioritizing care for four patients who were just admitted. Which patient should the nurse assess first? a. The NPO patient with a blood glucose level of 80 mg/dL who just received 20 units of 70/30 Novolin insulin b. The patient with a pulse of 58 beats per minute who is about to receive digoxin (Lanoxin) c. The patient with a blood pressure of 136/92 mm Hg who complains of having a headache d. The patient with an allergy to...

NUR2474 Pharm Final Exam Study Guide 5 Star

NUR2474 Pharmacology for Professional Nursing – Examination Blue Print – Final Exam

1. A nurse is teaching a group of students about the risk factors and complications of anorexia nervosa, which of the following complications should be stressed as the most serious? a. Increased risk of mortality 2. The Nurse is conducting a presentation for family members on personality disorders. What would be included in this presentation (select all that apply) a. Personality traits can be challenging to change b. Personality traits are formed early in life c. Stress has an impact o...

A child is diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum. Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply) – A. Inability to express themselves B. Repetitive body movements C. Inability to maintain eye contact A nurse is providing care for a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse take? - Schedule regular weigh in times A nurse reports an incident of suspected child abuse. One of the child's parent...

1: The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder. The client continuesto focus on his severe back pain. Which of the following is the most therapeutic nursing intervention? Explain alternative interventions that are available for back pain. Confront the client with the negative feelingsthat have been determined. Allow the client to discuss physical concerns and then redirect to coping skills forstress. Tell the client there is no cause for the pain except emotiona...

1. A Client is diagnosed with OCD. What action by the nurse would be more likely to increase the client’s anxiety? - changing the schedule throughout the day 2. a 28 yo male client has poor relationships and is suspicious of others. According to Erikson's theory of psychological adjustment, at what stage were tasks unmet? - trust vs mistrust 3. Why is group therapy considered a powerful agent for change with clients diagnosed with substance abuse disorder? - the members can he...

1. A nurse is teaching a group of students about the risk factors and complications of anorexia nervosa, which of the following complications should be stressed as the most serious? Increased risk of mortality 2. The Nurse is conducting a presentation for family members on personality disorders. What would be included in this presentation (select all that apply) Personality traits can be challenging to change Personality traits are formed early in life, Stress has an impact on daily beha...