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NRNP 6566 Knowledge Check Week 3 Amiodarone has possible complex interactions with multiple medications. It has an effect on warfarin metabolism. Amiodarone is a potent inhibitor of cytochrome P450 enzymes and inhibition of these enzymes will cause an increased plasma concentration and decreased clearance; thereby increasing the prothrombin time and INR placing the patient at increased risk for bleeding complications. Hence, when given together, warfarin dose should be decreased and frequent...

FNP Leik System Review > 1,000 terms Sensitivity (SNOUT) Negative results rules out the disease. Specificity (SPIN) Positive results rules in the disease. Primary Prevention Prevent the disease in its entirety. Examples include healthy diet, exercise, safety (helmets/seatbelts), immunizations, and job safety Secondary Prevention Early detection of a disease. Examples include screening tests Tertiary Prevention Rehabilitation of a disease. Examples include support groups, education...

SPIKES - Answer- Setting up interview, assessing patient Perception, obtaining patient's Invitation to disclose information, giving Knowldege and information to patient, addressing patient's Emotions, Strategy and Summary Canada Health Act - Answer- Accessibility, Comprehensiveness, Portability, Public administration, Universality HTN - Answer- 135/85 on 3 separate occasions, >=180/110 on dedicated office visit, or diabetes >= 130/80 ACR for DM and CKD - Answer- ACR > 30 mg/m...

CNRN Practice Samples Exam 235 Questions with Verified Answers Which of the following tumor types will have a higher incidence in pediatric populations and have a decreased incidence with age? A. Glioblastoma B. Pilocytic astrocytoma C. Central nervous system lymphoma D. Metastatic brain tumor - CORRECT ANSWER B Rationale: Both pilocytic astrocytoma and medulloblastoma brain tumors are more commonly found in the younger population. The incidence of these tumors will decrease with age. Gl...

NRNP 6566 Knowledge Check Week 3 Amiodarone has possible complex interactions with multiple medications. It has an effect on warfarin metabolism. Amiodarone is a potent inhibitor of cytochrome P450 enzymes and inhibition of these enzymes will cause an increased plasma concentration and decreased clearance; thereby increasing the prothrombin time and INR placing the patient at increased risk for bleeding complications. Hence, when given together, warfarin dose should be decreased and frequent...

Pacemakers of the Heart correct answer: Sinoatrial (SA) node Atrioventricular (AV) node Bundle of His Bundle Branches Purkinje Fibers -SA node: p wave -SA node to AV node: PR segment -Impulse travels from Bundle of His to Bundle branches and then to Purkinje fibers: QRS complex -Repolarization of ventricles: T wave P wave correct answer: sinoatrial node (SA node) starts an impulse, as the wave of depolarization spreads through the atria, _______ is inscribed on the ECG AV nod...

1. Question: What is the most significant clinical pharmacokinetic age-related change seen in older adults? 2. Question: What age group does we use Beer’s Criteria for prescriptive guidance? 3. Question: Understand lipid soluble drugs and what that means in patients with increased total body fat. 4. Question: Know CYP 450 Inhibitor medications 5. Question: What does it mean if a patient has poor metabolism phenotype? 6. Question: What does it mean if a medicat on is hepatotoxic 7. Questi...

What is the range for acute manic episode treatment with lithium? - Answer 0.8-1.2 mEq/L higher than maintenance treatment Which medication may potentially interact with and raise lithium levels? A. metoprolol B. lisinopril C. Tenormin D. APAP - Answer lisinopril affects the kidneys!! Which is a side effect of lithium that commonly occurs in patients taking long term? A. ataxia B. constipation C. hypothyroidism D. neuropathy - Answer C. hypothyroidism sometimes, diabetes...

Table of Contents A Multicenter Randomized Trial to Evaluate a Chemical-First or Electrical-First Cardioversion Strategy for Patients with Uncomplicated Acute Atrial Fibrillation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Summary Points and CME Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Clinical Policy: Critical Issues in the Evaluation and Management of Adult Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department with Acute Headache...

Which of the following tumor types will have a higher incidence in pediatric populations and have a decreased incidence with age? A. Glioblastoma B. Pilocytic astrocytoma C. Central nervous system lymphoma D. Metastatic brain tumor - ANSWER B Rationale: Both pilocytic astrocytoma and medulloblastoma brain tumors are more commonly found in the younger population. The incidence of these tumors will decrease with age. Glioblastomas are more frequently found in young adults. CNS lymphoma and me...