Which of the following can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure or orthostatic hypotension for a patient being treated with mecamylamine?
A. A temporary stoppage in the delivery of the drug
B. A change in body position
C. A sudden decrease in dosage of mecamylamine
D. A pre-existing condition such as mental depression
Answer: B
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A) Receptor sites B) Cell membrane C) Golgi body D) Endoplasmic reticulum
The nurse is aware that the state at which a person is mentally relaxed, free from worry, and is physically calm is __________
ANS:
When describing the action of which drug would the nurse explain that it works to reduce gastric motility and decrease the amount of acid secreted by the stomach via blockade of cholinergic receptors? Select all that apply
A) Omeprazole (Prilosec) B) Ranitidine (Zantac) C) Propantheline (Pro-Banthine) D) Sucralfate (Carafate) E) Glycopyrrolate (Robinul)
The nurse is caring for a client with major depression. Which statement about this condition does the nurse know to be true?
A) Depression primarily affects older adults due to age-related changes in mood. B) Depression is rarely a debilitating condition. C) Depression can be a fatal illness. D) Depression is part of normal emotional regulation.