The nurse is caring for a patient with an acute asthma event. What classification of medications would the nurse anticipate administering to this patient? Select all that apply
a. Expectorant
b. Corticosteroid
c. Bronchodilator
d. Cough suppressant
e. Antibiotic
ANS: B, C
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A client with dehydration experiences a drop in blood pressure. How should the nurse expect the client's body to respond?
1. Decreasing the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) 2. Increasing ADH, renin, and aldosterone production 3. Suppressing the release of aldosterone by the adrenals 4. Decreasing the production of renin by the kidneys
During the health history, the mother of a 4-month-old child tells the nurse she is concerned that her baby is not doing what he should be at this age. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "I can tell you more after his physical." B) "Fill out this questionnaire first." C) "Tell me what concerns you." D) "All mothers worry, but he seems well."
The pregnant patient is asking about medications, supplements, and vaccines. What should the nurse indicate as being potentially teratogenic?
A) Penicillin B) Rubella vaccine C) Tylenol D) Folic acid
The nurse observes a client with extrapyramidal symptoms having difficulty relaxing. Which should the nurse record in the client's record?
A. Dystonia B. Tardive dyskinesia C. Akathisia D. Secondary parkinsonism