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FHEA Drugs That Affect the Cardiovascular System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
For a client who has experienced a temporal lobe injury, the nurse would anticipate assessing problems with:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Motivation and memory. Temporal lobe injuries often affect memory functions due to their role in memory formation and retrieval. Additionally, the temporal lobe is involved in regulating motivation and emotional responses. Therefore, it is common for clients with temporal lobe injuries to experience issues with motivation and memory. Choice A (Personality and intellectual function) is incorrect because these functions are primarily associated with the frontal lobe. Choice B (Attention selectivity and span) is incorrect as these are more closely related to the parietal lobe. Choice C (Form and color recognition) is incorrect as these functions are mainly associated with the occipital lobe.
Question 2 of 5
A calcium channel blocker (CCB) is prescribed for a patient, and the nurse provides instructions to the patient about the medication. Which instruction is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: A high-fiber diet with plenty of fluids will help prevent the constipation that may occur. Rationale: 1. CCBs can cause constipation as a side effect due to their action on smooth muscle. 2. A high-fiber diet and adequate fluids help prevent constipation by promoting bowel regularity. 3. Increasing fiber intake can soften stool and facilitate passage, reducing the risk of constipation. 4. Adequate fluid intake is essential to maintain hydration and support digestive function, aiding in the prevention of constipation. Summary: A: Chewing the tablet may alter the drug's release mechanism and is not recommended for CCBs. B: Grapefruit juice can interact with CCBs, potentially increasing drug levels and side effects. C: Adverse effects like chest pain, fainting, or dyspnea may indicate a serious reaction, but immediate discontinuation should be done under medical guidance, not solely based on patient judgment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse will monitor for myopathy (muscle pain) when a patient is taking which class of antilipemic drugs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Myopathy is a known side effect of this class of antilipemic drugs, such as atorvastatin or simvastatin. These drugs can cause muscle pain or weakness due to muscle breakdown. Niacin (A), fibric acid derivatives (C), and bile acid sequestrants (D) do not typically cause myopathy as a side effect. It's important for the nurse to monitor for muscle pain in patients taking HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors to promptly address any potential complications.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is administering liquid oral iron supplements. Which intervention is appropriate when administering this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Instruct the patient to take the medication through a plastic straw. This is because iron supplements can stain teeth, and using a straw can help minimize direct contact with teeth, reducing the risk of staining. A: Having the patient take the liquid iron with milk is incorrect as calcium in milk can interfere with iron absorption. C: Having the patient sip the medication slowly is not necessary for the administration of iron supplements. D: Having the patient drink the medication undiluted from the unit-dose cup increases the risk of teeth staining.
Question 5 of 5
Pick out the answer which is the most appropriate to the term “receptor”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because a receptor is a specific active macromolecular component of a cell or organism that a drug molecule must bind to in order to elicit a specific effect. This definition aligns with the concept of receptors in pharmacology. A is incorrect because ion channels are not necessarily receptors. B is incorrect because enzymes involved in oxidizing-reducing reactions are not typically considered receptors. D is incorrect because carriers are not the same as receptors in pharmacology. In summary, answer C is the most appropriate as it accurately defines the role of a receptor in pharmacology, while the other choices do not align with the definition of a receptor.