A patient is given diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for allergic response to mold. The patient should be instructed that this medication will cause drowsiness and ___________________ effects
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Anticholinergic
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An adolescent patient with acute kidney injury (AKI) asks why she is taking Tums (calcium carbonate). Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A. Gets rid of phosphorus B. Prevents Curling ulcers C. Prevents gastric reflux D. Provides calcium
Urinary anti-infectives are used only to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). What causes urinary anti-infectives to be so effective in treating UTIs?
A) They sterilize feces. B) They act specifically within the urinary tract. C) They reach high plasma levels in a short period of time. D) They are excreted through the liver.
Ipecac, formerly used as the drug of choice by parents for treatment of suspected poisoning in children, was tested by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2003 . What was the finding of this testing?
A) Ipecac is ineffective for its intended use. B) Ipecac is the safest treatment for poisoning in children. C) Ipecac was "grandfathered" in as an ineffective drug. D) Ipecac induces vomiting.
A teaching plan is scheduled to deliver specific content during a session. Which is the appropriate response to unrelated but important questions interrupting the planned content of the session?
a. A quick response is acceptable during the session. b. The plan must be closely followed with no interruptions. c. Interruptions are only allowed at break time. d. Unrelated content questions can only be answered at the end of the session.