Chapter 7, Problem 16MC

When monitoring for a therapeutic response to aminoglutethimide, the nurse will look for which potential outcomes? a) Increase in Cushing’s syndrome characteristicsb )Decrease in Cushing’s syndrome characteristicsc )Increased lymphocyte levelsd )Growth suppression

A patient is asking about the use of saw palmetto for prostate health. The nurse tells him that drugs that interact with saw palmetto include: a) acetaminophen (Tylenol).b )nitrates.c )nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.d )antihypertensive drugs

Case Scenario John Doe, 53y.o., has a history of Type I diabetes mellitus, cigarette smoking 40 pack years, CAD, and PVD. Six weeks ago, he developed a wound in his left heel which measured 4cm by 2cm when he discovered it. Despite IV antibiotics and chemical debridement, the wound developed a gangrene infection. He is scheduled for a BKA of the left lower extremity tomorrow at 10:00am. His meds include daily insulin, aspirin 325mg/day, Pletaal 100mg BID.  Summary: Given case: 53 years old, male History of Type-1 diabetes mellitus, CAD ( Coronary Artery Disease)  PAD ( peripheral artery disease)  Cigarette smoking 40 packs per year COMPLAINTS: 6 weeks ago, he developed a wound in his left heel. Despite antibiotics, patient developed a gangrene infection.  ADVISE: To undergo BKA ( Below knee amputation) of left lower extremities MEDICATION: Daily insulin, aspirin 325 mg /day, pletaal 100 mg BD Post-operative Data: Post-operatively, Mr. Doe goes to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit…