The nurse would question an order for a selective serotonin ...

[WWatsford]

The nurse would question an order for a selective serotonin agonist as treatment for a migraine headache for a client with which condition? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Diabetes
  B) Uncontrolled hypertension
  C) Angina
  D) Hyperlipidemia
  E) Transient ischemic attacks

Question 2

Which of the following would a nurse integrate into the explanation for a client about the mechanism of action for almotriptan? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Vasoconstriction
  B) Vasodilation
  C) Decreased neurotransmission
  D) Increased neurotransmission
  E) Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis

[CharlieArnold]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B, C, E
Feedback:
5-HT agonists should not be used in patients with ischemic heart disease (such as angina or myocardial infarction), transient ischemic attacks (TIA), uncontrolled hypertension, or those patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressants.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C
Feedback:
Selective serotonin agonists like almotriptan (Axert) exert their effects by causing vasoconstriction and decreased neurotransmission.

[WWatsford]

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[CharlieArnold]

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