What is the maximum daily oral dose of allopurinol (Zyloprim) for an adult?
a. 100 mg
b. 400 mg
c. 800 mg
d. 1200 mg
ANS: C
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A) Vasoconstriction is blocked. B) Vasodilation is blocked. C) Platelet clumping is blocked. D) Water and sodium balance is altered. E) Gastrointestinal (GI) integrity is altered.
A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about the different formulations of be-ta2-adrenergic agonist medications. Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "Beta2-adrenergic agonists provide quick relief via any formulation." b. "Long-acting beta2 agonists may be used alone to prevent attacks." c. "Short-acting beta2 agonists are usually given by nebulizer." d. "Oral beta2 agonists are not useful for short-term treatment."
The nurse is performing vision screenings. Which client is at greatest risk for developing vision problems?
a. Postpartum woman with no complications b. Young client who has diabetes mellitus c. Middle-aged adult who takes aspirin daily d. Older client with chronic dry eye syn-drome
What side effect commonly occurs with corticosteroid (prednisone) therapy?
a. Alopecia b. Anorexia c. Nausea and vomiting d. Susceptibility to infection