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FHEA Drugs That Affect the Cardiovascular System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 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.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A patient is brought to the emergency department for treatment of a suspected overdose. The patient was found with an empty prescription bottle of a barbiturate by his bedside. He is lethargic and barely breathing. The nurse would expect which immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Implementing measures to maintain the airway and support respirations. In cases of a suspected barbiturate overdose, the priority is to ensure the patient has a patent airway and is able to breathe adequately. This intervention is crucial as barbiturates can depress the central nervous system, leading to respiratory depression or even respiratory arrest. By maintaining the airway and supporting respirations, the nurse can prevent further complications such as hypoxia and ensure the patient's vital functions are stable. Other choices are incorrect: A: Starting an intravenous infusion of diluted bicarbonate solution - While bicarbonate may be used in certain cases of drug toxicity to correct acidosis, it is not the immediate intervention needed for a patient with a suspected barbiturate overdose. B: Administering medications to increase blood pressure - This is not the priority in a case of barbiturate overdose where respiratory depression is the main concern. D: Administrating naloxone (Nar
Question 4 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 5 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.