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Cardiovascular Drugs Pharmacology PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse teaching a patient about a tyramine-restricted diet would approve a meal consisting of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it contains foods low in tyramine. Mashed potatoes, ground beef, corn, green beans, and apple pie are all safe options. Tyramine is found in aged, fermented, and spoiled foods, which are present in the other choices. Avocados, ham, chocolate, sausage, cheese, and banana bread are high in tyramine and should be avoided. Caffeinated coffee contains tyramine as well. A tyramine-restricted diet aims to prevent a hypertensive crisis in individuals taking MAOIs by avoiding foods that can interact with these medications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse caring for a patient taking an SSRI will develop outcome criteria related to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: mood improvement. Outcome criteria for a patient taking an SSRI focus on improving mood because SSRIs are primarily used to treat depression and anxiety disorders by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Coherent thought processes (B) are important but not the primary focus of SSRI treatment. Reduced levels of motor activity (C) and decreased extrapyramidal symptoms (D) are not typically associated with SSRIs, so they are not relevant outcome criteria in this context. By prioritizing mood improvement as the outcome criteria, the nurse can effectively evaluate the effectiveness of the SSRI therapy for the patient.
Question 3 of 5
A patient tells a nurse that her daughter is pregnant with her first grandchild and that her son-in-law has a sibling with cystic fibrosis. The patient asks the nurse if there is a chance the baby might have this disease. Which response is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: “You probably should speak to a genetic counselor.” This is the best response because cystic fibrosis is an inherited disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR gene. Genetic counselors are trained to assess the risk of genetic conditions based on family history and provide guidance on testing and options. Choice A is incorrect because cystic fibrosis is indeed an inherited disorder. Choice C is incorrect because gene testing for cystic fibrosis is available. Choice D is incorrect because while there are new treatments for cystic fibrosis, they may not be readily available to everyone, and the focus should be on genetic counseling in this situation.
Question 4 of 5
During the immediate postoperative recovery period, what is the nurse’s priority assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Airway, breathing, and circulation. This is the priority assessment during the immediate postoperative recovery period as it ensures the patient's vital functions are stable. Assessing the airway ensures proper oxygenation, breathing status checks for any respiratory distress, and monitoring circulation helps detect any signs of shock or inadequate perfusion. Pupil responses (A) may indicate neurological changes but are not as critical as ensuring ABCs. Return to sensation (B) and level of consciousness (C) are important assessments but come after ensuring the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation are stable.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is creating a plan of care for a patient with a new diagnosis of hypertension. Which is a potential nursing diagnosis for the patient taking antihypertensive medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Sexual dysfunction. Antihypertensive medications can cause sexual dysfunction as a side effect due to their impact on blood flow and hormone levels. The nurse should consider this potential nursing diagnosis when creating a plan of care. Diarrhea (A) is not typically associated with antihypertensive medications. Urge urinary incontinence (C) is more commonly linked to conditions like overactive bladder. Impaired memory (D) is not a common side effect of antihypertensive medications.