A client is diagnosed with springtime allergic conjunctivitis. The nurse would expect which of the following to be prescribed?
A) Brimonidine (Alphagan)
B) Gatifloxacin (Zymar)
C) Betaxolol (Betoptic)
D) Pemirolast (Alamast)
Answer : D) Pemirolast (Alamast)
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A client tells the nurse that he is having difficulty sleeping. He says, "I don't want to use sleeping pills, but I'm thinking about getting some melatonin
" Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include in a response to the client? a. "Melatonin is an effective treatment for certain sleep disorders." b. "Melatonin appears to be a relatively safe sleep aid for most people." c. "You may experience some side effects, such as elevated blood pressure." d. "Before taking melatonin, you should consult your primary care provider."
The drug of choice in a hypertensive crisis is
A) sodium nitroprusside. B) Apresoline (hydralazine). C) high dose Lasix (furosemide). D) bretylium.
A nurse who provides care for older adults is aware of the high incidence of drug interactions in this population. When educating a group of seniors about the prevention of drug interactions, the nurse should encourage them to
A) take their medications with food unless otherwise instructed. B) consult their care provider before taking new over-the-counter medications. C) maintain a healthy, high-fluid diet, and high levels of physical activity. D) ensure that there is at least 90 minutes between doses of different drugs.
A male patient is undergoing external radiation therapy on an outpatient basis for treatment of Hodgkin disease. After 2 weeks of treatment, he tells the nurse that he is so tired he can hardly get out of bed in the morning. Which is an appropriate goal?
a. Take two rest periods during the day b. Ambulate in the hall four times a day c. Select two activities for distraction d. Investigate a consultation with a psychiatrist for treatment of depression