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dakota nelson

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A patient is brought to the emergency department and reports having taken a lot of acetaminophen extra-strength tablets 16 hours prior. The nurse will expect the provider to order
 
  a. acetylcysteine (Mucomyst).
  b. dornase alfa (Pulmozyme).
  c. gastric lavage.
  d. renal enzyme tests.

Question 2

A patient will begin using an albuterol metered-dose inhaler to treat asthma symptoms. The patient asks the nurse about the difference between using an oral form of albuterol and the inhaled form.
 
  The nurse will explain that the inhaled form of albuterol
  a. has a more immediate onset than the oral form.
  b. may cause more side effects than the oral preparation.
  c. requires an increased dose in order to have therapeutic effects.
  d. will not lead to tolerance with increased doses.


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

ANS: A
Acetylcysteine is used as an antidote for acetaminophen overdose if given within 12 to 24 hours of ingestion. Dornase alfa is used to treat cystic fibrosis. Gastric lavage is no longer used as treatment. Liver enzyme tests are indicated since acetaminophen is hepatotoxic.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Inhaled medications have more immediate effects than oral preparations. As long as they are used correctly, systemic side effects are less common. Less drug is needed for therapeutic effects, since the drug is delivered directly to target tissues. Increased doses will lead to drug tolerance.


dakota nelson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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