FINAL - MILESTONE STUDY

Erythromycin (Ophthalmic) is given to newborns as prophylaxis against gonorrhea and chlamydia. It is essential to note this medication can only be delayed for up to _____ after the newborn's birth.

Which of the following are the side effects of the Urinary Anti-Inflammatory Sulfasalazine? Select all that apply.

Which of the following are the side effects of Metronidazole (Antiprotozoal) medication? Select all that apply

The home health nurse visits a client taking Phenytoin (Dilantin) for control of seizures. During the assessment, the nurse notes that the client is taking birth control pills. Which information should be included in patient education?

A client began taking amantadine (Antiparkinson Agent) approximately 2 weeks ago. Does the nurse determine that the client is experiencing a side effect related to the use of this medication based on which finding below?

We know that vancomycin (Glycopeptide Antibiotic) can cause the infusion reaction Red-Man-Syndrome when infused too rapidly. What other considerations should the nurse keep in mind? Select all that apply

What is the generic name for Soltamox

What is the brand name for Citalopram

What is the brand name for Eszopiclone

What is the generic name for Trexall

What is the generic name for Caelyx, Myocet

What is the brand name for Lorazepam

What is the brand name for Benztropine

What is the generic name for Platinol

What is the brand name for Duloxetine

The client with a head injury is experiencing signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP), and mannitol is prescribed. The nurse administering this medication expects which as intended effects of this medication? Select all that apply.

Your patient is on Heparin, and develops Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT). What signs and symptoms in the patient confirm this diagnosis? Select all that apply 

The nurse will teach a patient who is self-medicating with bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) to avoid which drug because of the possibility of toxicity?

A patient with asthma is prescribed to take inhaled Salmeterol and Fluticasone for long-term management of asthma. You observe the patient taking these medications. Which option below best describes the correct order in how to take these medications?

The nurse will warn the patient taking metronidazole about which possible adverse effects? Select all that apply (4)

A 43-year-old female client is receiving thyroid replacement hormone following a thyroidectomy. What adverse effects associated with thyroid hormone toxicity should the nurse instruct the client to report promptly to the healthcare provider?

The nurse is evaluating a client's understanding of the prescribed antilipemic drug lovastatin (Mevacor). Which client statement indicates that further teaching is needed?

When monitoring hypokalemia in a patient taking diuretics. The nurse looks for which of the following symptoms? Select all that apply. (5)

A client who has been diagnosed with pneumonia has been given a prescription for a macrolide antibiotic - erythromycin. Client teaching about this medication would include which best instruction?

A patient who has epilepsy is scheduled to take a dose of Dilantin. What is the desired therapeutic range for this medication?

While teaching a patient about the possible adverse effects of the interferons, the nurse should mention which effects? Select all that apply. 

A patient with prostatic carcinoma is scheduled for his dose of docetaxel (Taxotere) Chemotherapy. The nurse notices the patient has developed a new cough that is persistent. - This is a common side effect of this medication.

The nurse is monitoring a client with leukemia who is receiving An Anthracycline Agent - doxorubicin (Caelyx, Myocet) by intravenous infusion. The nurse would monitor for which finding that would indicate doxorubicin toxicity?

The nurse caring for a client receiving A Vina-Alkaloid Agent - vincristine (Vincasar) is monitoring the client for toxicity. The nurse interprets that the client is experiencing a toxic effect of this medication on the basis of which assessment finding?

A client with testicular cancer is receiving an Alkylating Agent - cisplatin (Platinol). The nurse assesses for which finding as a toxic effect of this medication?

A client with Crohn's disease is scheduled to receive an infusion of infliximab. What intervention by the nurse will determine the effectiveness of treatment?

The nurse should ensure the client receives breakfast within 30 minutes after the injection of Insulin Aspart (Novolog)

Atorvastatin (HMG-CoA Inhibitor- Antilipidemic) has been prescribed for a client, and the client asks the nurse about the side and adverse effects of the medication. What would the nurse tell the client is a frequent side effect of this medication? 

Epoetin Alfa (Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agent) is contraindicated in which of the following? Select all that apply

A patient newly prescribed Sucralfate (Mucosal Protectant - Antiulcer Agent) needs education on when the medication should be taken. Which of the following will the nurse correctly instruct the patient to do?

A client schedules an appointment with the primary health care provider because of episodes of chest pain, and Prinzmetal's angina is diagnosed.

The provider prescribes diltiazem (Calcium Channel Blocker). The client asks the nurse which therapeutic effects the medication will provide, and the nurse provides education.

Which statement by the client indicates that the teaching has been effective?

A client is scheduled to begin therapy with carbamazepine (Anticonvulsant). The nurse would assess the results of which test(s) before administering the first dose of this medication to the client?