ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Questions
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Vital Signs
Nurses' Notes
Provider Prescriptions
Day 1:
Temperature 36.2° C (97.2° F) Respiratory rate 18/min
Heart rate 74/min
Blood pressure 118/68 mm Hg SpO2 96% on room air
Day 7:
Temperature 36.9° C (98.4° F) Respiratory rate 18/min
Heart rate 86/min
Blood pressure 98/66 mm Hg
SpO2 97% on room air
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in a provider's office. Which of the following statements should the nurse include when teaching the client about the prescribed medication (levodopa-carbidopa)? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,F
Rationale: The correct answers are A, B, D, E, and F. Levodopa-carbidopa is a medication commonly used for Parkinson's disease. A: Increase in involuntary movements is a common side effect. B: Nausea can occur, so taking it with a meal can help. D: Vivid nightmares are a potential side effect. E: Orthostatic hypotension can happen, leading to lightheadedness upon standing. F: High protein meals can reduce medication effectiveness due to competition for absorption.
Choices C and G are incorrect because changes in urine color are not typically associated with this medication, and G is not applicable since it is not a statement related to teaching about the medication.
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