by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
A client is being treated for moderate hypertension and has been taking diltiazem for several months. The client schedules an appointment with the primary health care provider because of episodes of chest pain, and Prinzmetal’s angina is diagnosed. The client...
by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
Calculate the heparin dose in units/hr and the heparin infusion rate in mL/hr. (The pump is capable of delivering in tenths of a mL.) Order: Heparin 20 units/kg/hr. IV infusion for a patient/client who weighs 89 kg. Available: Heparin 25,000 units in 500 mL D5W (50...
by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
The client comes to the clinic reporting activity restriction and sexual dysfunction. Tests are completed and a diagnosis of L5-S1 herniated disk impinging on the right nerve root is made by the healthcare provider. What assessment findings should the nurse expect to...
by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
The client with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection has been started on therapy with zidovudine. The nurse reviews the laboratory results and determines that the client is experiencing an adverse effect of the medication if which is noted? Phosphorus 4.5...
by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
The client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and Pneumocystis jiroveci infection has been receiving pentamidine. The nurse caring for the client would monitor the client most closely for signs of which adverse effect of the medication? Nausea Fatigue...
by | May 19, 2024 | pharmacology
Drugs affecting Hypothalamic Hormones Agonists, Growth Hormone Agonists, Drugs affecting Posterior Pituitary Hormones, and Glucocortoids Prototype for each and what classification of med they are in?
