The nurse caring for a client who is suspected of having cardiovascular disease has a stress test ordered. The client has a comorbidity of multiple sclerosis, so the nurse knows the stress test will be drug induced
What drug will be used to dilate the coronary arteries? A) Thallium
B) Ativan
C) Diazepam
D) Dobutrex
D
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Drugs such as adenosine (Adenocard), dipyridamole (Persantine), or dobutamine (Dobutrex) may be administered singularly or in combination by the IV route. The drugs dilate the coronary arteries, similar to the vasodilation that occurs when a person exercises to increase the heart muscle's blood supply. Options A, B, and C would not dilate the coronary arteries.
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To examine the palpebral conjunctiva of the upper lid, which of the following steps would be included? Select all that apply
a. Ask the person to keep both eyes open and look down to relax the levator muscle. b. Gently pull the upper eyelash down. c. Place a cotton tip applicator about 1 cm above the lid margin. d. Gently push down with the stick as you lift the lash upward to evert the lid. e. Inspect for color change, swelling, lesion, or foreign body. f. Return the lid to the normal position by pulling the eyelid outward as the person looks up.
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The mother of a school-age client tells the school nurse, "My son is so hyperactive. I can't see any harm in putting him on medication, especially since the stimulants have so few side effects." Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "Stimulants can cause the side effect of excessive excitation." 2. "Have you made an appointment for your son to see the health care provider?" 3. "Stimulants can be helpful in hyperactivity disorders." 4. "What actions lead you to think your son is hyperactive?"