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FHEA Drugs That Affect the Cardiovascular System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following adverse effects are associated with amiodarone:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A client began taking lithium carbonate (Lithobid) for the treatment of bipolar disorder approximately 1 month ago. The client asks if it is normal to have gained 12 pounds in this time frame. Which is the appropriate nursing response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: “Weight gain is a common, but troubling, side effect.” This response acknowledges the client's concern, validates their experience, and provides accurate information. Weight gain is a known side effect of lithium carbonate, affecting a significant number of individuals. It is essential for the nurse to acknowledge this common side effect to educate and support the client effectively. Choice A is incorrect because weight gain, not weight loss, is typically associated with lithium carbonate. Choice B is incorrect as it implies the client is solely responsible for the weight gain, which may lead to feelings of guilt or shame. Choice D is incorrect because weight gain can occur beyond the first month of treatment with lithium carbonate.
Question 3 of 5
When the nurse realizes that a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is not taking the prescribed oral haloperidol (Haldol), which intervention would promote medication compliance?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct Answer: B - Beginning administration of haloperidol (Haldol) decanoate Rationale: Haloperidol decanoate is a long-acting injectable form of haloperidol, ensuring consistent medication levels even if the patient forgets to take oral medication. This promotes compliance and prevents relapse. Summary of other choices: A: Having friends monitor medications may not address the issue of forgetting to take the medication and may not be reliable. C: Detailed instructions may not address the underlying issue of noncompliance and may not ensure consistent medication administration. D: Changing to an atypical antipsychotic may not address the noncompliance issue and may not be necessary if the patient responds well to haloperidol.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has schizophrenia and is troubled by negative symptoms, muscle stiffness, and motor restlessness. His Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is considering changing the patient’s antipsychotic medication, haloperidol (Haldol, a typical or first generation antipsychotic drug). For planning purposes, which medication can the nurse assume that the APN will probably choose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Olanzapine (Zyprexa). The nurse will likely choose olanzapine because it is an atypical or second-generation antipsychotic drug that is effective in treating negative symptoms, muscle stiffness, and motor restlessness associated with schizophrenia. Olanzapine has a lower risk of extrapyramidal side effects compared to haloperidol, making it a safer option for the patient. Chlorpromazine (A) is an older typical antipsychotic with similar side effect profile as haloperidol. Clozapine (B) is effective for treatment-resistant schizophrenia but is not typically a first choice due to its potential for serious side effects. Fluoxetine (D) is an antidepressant and not typically used as a first-line treatment for schizophrenia symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
Which category of drug has the highest annual turnover in Australia, measured in billions of dollars?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: pharmaceuticals. This is because pharmaceuticals are legal drugs that are prescribed and purchased in large quantities for various health conditions, leading to a high annual turnover. Tobacco and alcohol, although widely consumed, have lower annual turnovers compared to pharmaceuticals due to stricter regulations and limitations on their sales. Illicit drugs, on the other hand, are illegal substances and are not included in legal market turnovers. Therefore, pharmaceuticals have the highest annual turnover in Australia due to their widespread use for medical purposes.