The nurse is reviewing the client's medication record and notices she has recently been prescribed nitrofurantoin. The nurse knows that the medication is prescribed for which of the following reason?
Allergy symptoms
Rec
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The nurse is reviewing the client's medication record and notices she has recently been prescribed nitrofurantoin. The nurse knows that the medication is prescribed for which of the following reason?
Allergy symptoms
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Skin infections - Answer>>>urinary tract infections (UTIs)
A client is prescribed propranolol. What should a nurse reinforce in education about this medication? - Answer>>> The nurse should instruct the client to no discontinue abruptly as this may cause rebound tachycardia; to avoid sudden changes in position to prevent orthostatic hypotension; to never crush or chew extended-release tablets; and to self-monitor heart rate and blood pressure at home and record.(Pharmacology RM Chapter 19)
What should a nurse reinforced in education when the client is prescribed sulfasalazine? - Answer>>> The nurse should instruct the client to notify their provider if they develop nausea, cramps, rash, or arthralgia.(Pharmacology RM Chapter 25)
Identify foods the nurse should reinforce for the client to avoid while taking the medication levodopa/carbidopa. - Answer>>> Avoid administering with meals or with foods high in protein because absorption is delayed. Avoid vitamin preparations and foods containing pyridoxine. (wheat germ, green vegetables, bananas, whole-grain cereals, liver. Legumes) Eat protein in several small portions during the day.(Pharmacology RM Chapter 12)
A 26-year-old woman is treated with ritonavir for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). What teaching point related to contraception should the nurse reinforce about ritonavir? - Answer>>> Ritonavir decreases levels of ethynyl estradiol in oral contraceptives. The client must use an
alternative form of birth control. If the client becomes pregnant she should notify the physician immediately.(Pharmacology RM Chapter 42)
A client with migraines is prescribed ergotamine. What instructions should the nurse reinforce with the client? - Answer>>> Advise client to not exceed the prescribed dose. Inform clients about manifestations of withdrawal (nausea, vomiting, restlessness) and to report to provider if these manifestations occur. Use adequate contraception during therapy due to risk of fetal abortion. Avoiding using this medication during pregnancy. If manifestations of ergotism occur (muscle pain; paresthesias in fingers and toes; cold, pale extremities) stop medication and immediately notify the provider.(Pharmacology RM Chapter 33)
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