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neverstopbelieb

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A nurse suspects that a client receiving an oxytocic drug is developing water intoxication based on assessment of which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Tachypnea
  B) Wheezing
  C) Confusion
  D) Hypoglycemia
  E) Hypotension

Question 2

A nurse is preparing to administer a drug that is used to prevent uterine contractions. Which drug might the nurse be preparing to administer? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Misoprostol (Cytotec)
  B) Indomethacin (Indocin)
  C) Terbutaline (Brethine)
  D) Oxytocin (Pitocin)
  E) Dinoprostone (Cervidil)


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nickk12214

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

Ans: A, B, C
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The nurse immediately reports any signs of water intoxication or fluid overload, which include drowsiness, confusion, headache, listlessness, wheezing, coughing, and tachypnea, to the physician.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C
Feedback:
Tocolytics, like indomethacin (Indocin) and terbutaline (Brethine), are used to prevent uterine contractions. Misoprostol and oxytocin are uterine stimulants. Dinoprostone is used to ripen the cervix.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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