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Lobcity

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A cholinergic drug is prescribed for a patient. The nurse checks the patient's medical history, knowing that this drug is contraindicated in which disorders? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Bladder atony
  b. Gastrointestinal obstruction
  c. Bradycardia
  d. Alzheimer's disease
  e. Hypotension
  f. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Question 2

A patient calls the clinic to speak to the nurse
 
  about taking an herbal product that contains ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) to help my memory. He states that he has read much information about the herbal product. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further education?
  a. I know the FDA has not approved this herbal product, but I'd like to try it to see if it helps my memory.
  b. I need to watch for possible side effects, such as headaches, or stomach or intestinal upset.
  c. I will take aspirin or ibuprofen (Motrin) if I have a headache.
  d. Ginkgo may cause increased bleeding, so I'll have to be careful when doing yard work.


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Sammyo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, E, F

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


Lobcity

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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