Author Question: The nurse manager is concerned about the increased number of medication adverse effects being ... (Read 36 times)

azncindy619 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse manager is concerned about the increased number of medication adverse effects being observed in older patients. What should the manager do to reduce these effects? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Conduct a quality improvement study every month.
2. Monitor each nurse's ability to detect preparation errors.
3. Emphasize the importance of not missing medication doses.
4. Review Pharmacy documentation regarding drugdrug interactions
5. Ensure that the physicians' orders are being inputted into the computer correctly.

Question 2

The physician has prescribed Exelon (Rivastigmine). When providing education to the client, what information should be included?

A) Take medication at bedtime to avoid issues with drowsiness.
B) Monitor heart rate and hold dosages if heart rate is less than 60.
C) Take with food.
D) Increase fiber intake to avoid constipation.

bpool94 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2,3,4,5
Rationale: Adverse drug events can result from a variety of causes. Conducting a monthly quality improvement study may or may not help reduce adverse drug events in the older patient.

Answer to Question 2

C