Alendronate (Fosamax) is prescribed for a 67-year-old postmenopausal woman. In order to help prevent gastrointestinal distress, the nurse will advise the patient to
A) stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes after taking alendronate..
B) avoid drinking water with the drug.
C) lift weights in the gym at least five times a week.
D) take calcium and vitamin D supplements.
A
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a. The DA tool is to be administered by law enforcement personnel. b. The DA tool should be used in every assessment of suspected abuse. c. The number of "yes" answers indicates the woman's understanding of her situation. d. The higher the number of "yes" answers, the more serious the danger of the woman's situation.
A patient has been taking a drug for several years and tells the nurse it is no longer working. The nurse learns that the patient has recently begun taking an over-the-counter antacid medication. What does the nurse suspect is occurring?
a. An adverse drug reaction b. A drug interaction c. Drug incompatibility d. Drug tolerance
Keratolytic agents are used to treat which problem(s)? You may select more than one answer
1. Dandruff 2. Psoriasis 3. Contact dermatitis 4. Insect bites 5. Eczema
A pharmacy technician that is pregnant should not handle __________ due to risks to the fetus.
a. tamsulosin b. finasteride c. sildenafil d. furosemide