A patient prescribed zileutin (Zyflo) has yellowing of the sclera. Which laboratory test result is most important for the nurse to check?
a. Kidney function tests
b. Complete blood count
c. Liver function tests
d. Serum electrolytes
C
Zileutin is a leukotriene inhibitor with rare adverse effects that include liver impairment and allergic reactions.
You might also like to view...
What are the three signs of Cushing response? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increased pulse rate b. Increased blood pressure c. Widened pulse pressure d. Bradycardia e. Increased systolic blood pressure f. Uncontrolled thermoregulation
A patient diagnosed with tuberculosis is prescribed ethambutol (EMB). Prior to initiating this medication, what should the nurse instruct the patient?
1. Avoid this medication if allergic to eggs. 2. Have a baseline visual exam. 3. Have an influenza (flu) vaccination. 4. Have a baseline ECG (electrocardiogram).
The term for cancer of the epithelial tissue, such as the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, is:
1. Carcinoma 2. Sarcoma 3. Neoplasm 4. Metastasis
Flow sheets and abnormal assessment finds are components of:
1. Computerized documentation 2. Focus charting 3. SOAP charting 4. Charting by exception