The generic name of beta 1 and beta 2 receptor antagonist share what common suffix?
-azole |
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-lol |
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-osin |
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-sartan |
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QUESTION 35
Which laboratory result for international normalized ration (INR), if identified in a patient with atrial fibrillation who is receiving warfarin (coumadin), would indicate that the warfarin therapy has achieved the desired effect?
INR 1 |
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INR 3 |
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INR 5 |
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INR 7 |
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QUESTION 36
A patient who has overdosed on methadone, an opiate, is brought to the emergency department unresponsive with severely depressed respirations. The patient receives IV naloxone (Narcan), a narcotic antagonist, with a dramatic improvement in the the level of consciousness and respiratory rate and effort within minutes. Which is a priority nursing action 45-60 minutes after the naloxone is administered?
Assess for the return of pain because the effect of the naloxone should be peaking. |
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Assess for the need to administer another dose of naloxone because respiratory and CNS depression might occur as the naloxone effect is ending. |
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Prepare to administer the drug intramuscularly if the drug has not taken effect. |
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Prepare to counteract the effects of opiate withdrawal. |
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QUESTION 37
Taking calcium supplements at the same time as a dose of a bisphosphonate for osteoporosis does what?
Increasing bone building |
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Interferes with absorption of the bisphosphonate |
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Potentiates the action of the bisphosphonate. |
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Prevents adverse effects. |
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