Meds to treat arrythmias - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Indiana QMA Medications & ANSWERS Dementia Medications: slows the breakdown of acetylcholine therefore improving function of nerve cells in the brain - ANSWER To treat mild to moderate type Dementias. donepezil (Aricept), rivastigmine (Exelon), galantamine (Reminyl) SE: GI upsets, dizziness, headache, fatigue Tricyclic Antidepressants: increases norepinephrine, serotonin or both in the CNA *Avoid sun exposure, may take up to 4 weeks to take affect - ANSWER To treat depression. ami...

CNRN Exam 349 Questions with Verified Answers Describe a hangmans fracture - CORRECT ANSWERbilateral fracture through the arch of C2 Tx for hangmans fx? - CORRECT ANSWERHalo or cervical traction Describe a jefferson's fracture - CORRECT ANSWERburst fracture through the arch of c1 Describe anterior cord syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERLoss of motor, pain and temp, but keep deep touch, vibration and position sense Describe brown sequard - CORRECT ANSWERipsilateral motor touch and positi...

Med-Surg Certification Practice 271 Questions with Verified Answers A newly diabetic patient will receive instructions from his nurse. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? A. Provide the patient with brochures for making smart choices for cooking/baking. B. Ask the patient what they know about diabetes. C. Instruct the patient on exercise or activities that will increase their metabolism. D. Teach them how to use the glucometer. - CORRECT ANSWERB. First ask ...

Adults med-surg 1 cardiac Types of PVD (peripheral vascular disease) - Arterial occlusive disease - Venous Insufficency Arterial Occlusive Disease A common circulation problem; arteries that carry blood to the legs or arms becomenarrow and get clogged Main cause of AOD Atherosclerosis Risk factors of AOD - smoking - diabetes - BMI over 30 - high blood pressure 140/90 - increasing age - family history Effects of AOD It is 6-7 times of a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke ...

Nsg 552 Exam 2- Wilkes University 2023, Verified Solution Acute anxiety First line for acute panic may be short term benzo use. short acting benzos cause rebound anxiety and are the most abused Benzodiazepines Withdrawal can be dangerous, even deadly. Stopping abruptly is not advised. Symptoms of agitation, tension, irritability, and sz. may occur anxiety disorders psychological disorders characterized by distressing, persistent anxiety or maladaptive behaviors that reduce anxiety anxi...

Nsg 552 Exam 2- Wilkes University 2023, Verified Solution Acute anxiety First line for acute panic may be short term benzo use. short acting benzos cause rebound anxiety and are the most abused Benzodiazepines Withdrawal can be dangerous, even deadly. Stopping abruptly is not advised. Symptoms of agitation, tension, irritability, and sz. may occur anxiety disorders psychological disorders characterized by distressing, persistent anxiety or maladaptive behaviors that reduce anxiety anxi...

ATI RN COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM|2022 UPDATED diet for chronic renal failure low protein & potassium DM pt teaching change shoes, wash feet w/soap & water pulse pressure subtract systolic value from diastolic value lantus never mix, long lasting, no peak rhogam given @ 28 weeks & 72 hours post delivery when mom is negative & baby positive indication of baby dehydration improving smooth fontanel pt w/orthostatic hypotension put near nursing station cleaning a wound cle...

Low Risk Neonatal Nursing Certification Exam 192 Questions with Verified Answers Normal HgA1C - CORRECT ANSWER less than 6% Normal pregnancy weight gain - CORRECT ANSWER 15-20 lbs HELLP - CORRECT ANSWER Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets What does Fetal Alcohol Syndrome look like on assessment - CORRECT ANSWER thin upper lip, no philthrum, small palpebral fissures What drug causes abruptions? - CORRECT ANSWER Cocaine Negative effects of Heroin - CORRECT ANSWER ...

NCLEX UWORLD EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED GRADED A+ NCLEX UWORLD EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED GRADED A+ NCLEX   When do *advanced directives* go into effect? - ANSWER when person is *unable to speak for him/herself* due to either: 1. *Mental Incapacity* - *coma *(GCS score ≤ 7) 2. *Aphasia* (≠as soon as signed; directives can always be changed later by person) SBAR Communication Framekwork Components - ANSWER 1. *S* = Situation - what *prompted* th...

CFRN Exam 706 Questions with Verified Answers Antidote for alkais - CORRECT ANSWER copious water antidote for anticholinergics - CORRECT ANSWER Physostigmine *keep atropine nearby antidote for atropine - CORRECT ANSWER Physostigmine *same as for all anticholinergics antidote for phenergan overdose - CORRECT ANSWER physostigimine same as for all anticholinergics have atropine nearby antidote for benadryl overdose - CORRECT ANSWER physostigmine same as for all anticholinergics...