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The nurse is caring for a patient who receives theophylline, which has a narrow therapeutic index. The patient has been receiving cimetidine but will stop taking that drug in 2 days. In 2 days, the nurse will observe theNpatient closely for: a. decreased effectiveness of theophylline. b. increased effectiveness of theophylline. c. decreased toxicity of theophylline. d. prolonged effectiveness of theophylline. ANS: B Cimetidine is an enzyme inhibitor that decreases the metabolism of drugs...

1. The clinic nurse is reviewing statistics on infant mortality for the United States versus other countries. Compared with other countries that have a population of at least 25 million, the nurse makes which determination? a. The United States is ranked last among 27 countries. b. The United States is ranked similar to 20 other developed countries. c. The United States is ranked in the middle of 20 other developed countries. d. The United States is ranked highest among 27 other industrial...

Subjective Objective Patient’s Chief Complaints: “I think I am hearing voices” History of Present Illness LM states she believes her boyfriend is cheating on her, which her boyfriend denies. She states she can hear two women talking about her boyfriend and her, how they have sex with her boyfriend and how LM isn’t good enough for him. This has been occurring for a few weeks. Her boyfriend has been caught cheating in the past and she is now wondering if the women she hears talking...

Rasmussen College, New Port Richey NUR 2063/ NUR2063: Essentials of Pathophysiology – Final Exam Review Sheet Covers Material from Modules 1: ALL ANSWERS 100% CORRECT FALL- 2021 SOLUTION GUARANTEED GRADE A+

Question 1 Which of the following adverse effects is associated with levothyroxine (Synthroid) therapy? A Tachycardia B Bradycardia C Hypotension Answer- A Question 1 Explanation: Levothyroxine, especially in higher doses, can induce hyperthyroid-like symptoms including tachycardia. An agent that increases the basal metabolic rate would not be expected to induce a slow heart rate. Hypotension would be a side effect of bradycardia. Constipation is a symptom of hypothyr...

Penumbra - Answer Salvageable tissue -oxygen -blood pressure -Glucose Perfusion - Answer What oxygen delivers to the brain. Above the necklace-Anterior Circulation= - Answer Unilateral deficits Below the necklace-Posterior circulation= - Answer Bilateral deficits Circle of Willis-Collateral circulation= - Answer Aneurysm Cerebrum - Answer largest part of the brain Cerebrum: Frontal Lobe - Answer Motor function, personality, Brocca speech Brocca's aphasia-frontal lobe - A...

1. What is the only blood test you must have results of in order to safely administer IV tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)—besides international normalized ratio (INR), which is required for patients on Coumadin? A. Liver enzymes B. Cardiac enzymes C. Creatinine to know if CT angiography is safe D. Blood sugar - Answer- 1. D The American Heart Association guidelines state that "only blood glucose must precede the initiation of IV EPA" (Class I, Level of Evidence B recommendation). The...

Jack is a 3-year-old boy who is being evaluated for developmental delay. The mental status examination is significant for an inability to stack two blocks or draw a circle. The PMHNP also appreciates the inability to attend to any task for more than a few seconds. These findings indicate an abnormality in

A nurse is caring for a client who requires a 24-hr urine collection. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? - "I flushed what I urinated at 7:00 a.m. and have saved all urine since." A nurse is assessing a client who has been on bed rest for the past month. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client has developed thrombophlebitis? - Calf Swelling A nurse manager is overseeing the care on...

1. Intro to Pathophysiology a. Homeostasis: What is it? How does it help us? ● A state of equilibrium or balance within the organism to maintain usual function. ○ They attempt to counteract those changes and return the body to its normal state. b. Allostasis: Define; note the difference from homeostasis (see PowerPoint). ● The process by which the body responds to stressors in order to regain homeostasis. ○ Example: smart thermometer i. Allostatic overload: What does this mean to...