Chapter 7, Problem 9MC

which of the following actions is most important to ensure that the maximum culmulative dose of a chemotherapeutic agent is not exceeded a. review the original order for the planned dose intensity b. rely on the electronic medical record to track the total dose c. verify the scheduled dose against the patient’s previous treatment d. calculate and assess the total lifetime dose received

The pharmacy receives an order for a 30 day supply of Lasix 10 mg/tab to be given four times a day. How many tablets must you prepare?   a 50 tablets   b 120 tablets   c 91 tablets   d 100 tablets   e 70 tablets

A patient is starting -arfarin (Coumadin) therapy as part of treatment for atrial fibrillation. The nurse -ill follo- -hich principles of -arfarin therapy? (Select all that apply.) a )Teach proper subcutaneous administrationb )Administer the oral dose at the same time every dayc) Assess carefully for excessive bruising or unusual bleedingd )Monitor laboratory results for a target INR of 2 to 3e )Monitor laboratory results for a therapeutic aPTT value of 1.5 to 2.5 times the control value

The nurse has provided patient education regarding ther￾apy with the SERM raloxifene (Evista). Which statement from the patient reflects a good understanding of the instruction? a) “When I take that long flight to Asia, I will need to stop taking this drug at least 3 days before I travel.”b) “I can continue this drug even when traveling as long as I take it with a full glass of water each time.”c )“After I take this drug, I must sit upright for at least 30 minutes.”d )“One advantage of this drug is that it will reduce my hot flashes.”

Make a Nursing Care Plan and FDAR Chart (Focus Data Action Response) about COPD, PTB

The nurse is providing teaching to a patient taking an oral tetracycline antibiotic. Which statement by the nurse is correct?   a. Avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds while taking this antibiotic.   b. Milk and cheese products increase levels of tetracycline.   c. Antacids taken with medication help reduce gastrointestinal distress   d. Take the medication until you feel better.

The nurse is providing patient teaching regarding scopolamine transdermal patches (Transderm-Scōp) to a patient who is planning an ocean cruise. Which instruction is most appropriate? a )“Apply the patch the day before traveling.”b) “Apply the patch at least 4 hours before traveling.”c )“Apply the patch to the shoulder area.”d) “Apply the patch to the temple just above the ear.”