This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A patient has informed the nurse that he has begun supplementing his medication regimen with a ... (Read 82 times)

beccaep

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 535
on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient has informed the nurse that he has begun supplementing his medication regimen with a series of herbal remedies recommended by his sister-in-law.
 
  Which of the following is the most important nursing responsibility regarding herbal supplements? A) Research for potential interactions with medications.
  B) Instruct the patient to discontinue them if taking prescription medications.
  C) Instruct the patient to take the supplements 1 hour before prescription medications.
  D) Instruct the patient to take the supplements 3 hours after prescription medications.

Question 2

A patient has been administered nesiritide (Natrecor) to manage symptoms of acute heart failure. How does the drug act?
 
  A) Nesiritide (Natrecor) exhibits mild inotropic action and decreased platelet aggregation.
  B) Nesiritide (Natrecor) compensates for cardiac deterioration by reducing preload and afterload.
  C) Nesiritide (Natrecor) corrects hyperthyroidism by inhibiting synthesis of the thyroid hormone.
  D) Nesiritide (Natrecor) increases the concentration of acetylcholine to potentiate the action of ACE.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

l.stuut

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 345
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
Two major concerns are that the use of supplements may keep patients from seeking treatment from a health care provider and that products may interact with prescription drugs. Not all herbal supplements should be discontinued in combination with prescription medications. The herbal supplements should be administered in varying quantities and at varying times based on the medication regime. They are not always administered 1 hour before prescription medications or 3 hours after prescription medications.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Nesiritide (Natrecor) compensates for cardiac deterioration by reducing preload and afterload. Dipyridamole (Persantine) exhibits mild inotropic action and decreased platelet aggregation. It would not be used in acute heart failure. Methimazole (Tapazole) corrects hyperthyroidism by inhibiting synthesis of the thyroid hormone. Physostigmine (Antilirium) increases the concentration of acetylcholine to potentiate the action of ACE on the skeletal muscle.


beccaep

  • Member
  • Posts: 535
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

elyse44

  • Member
  • Posts: 319
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Certain topical medications such as clotrimazole and betamethasone are not approved for use in children younger than 12 years of age. They must be used very cautiously, as directed by a doctor, to treat any child. Children have a much greater response to topical steroid medications.

Did you know?

Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. About 10% of Americans older than age 40 years have diverticulosis, which, when the pouches become infected or inflamed, is called diverticulitis. The main cause of diverticular disease is a low-fiber diet.

Did you know?

Most women experience menopause in their 50s. However, in 1994, an Italian woman gave birth to a baby boy when she was 61 years old.

Did you know?

Between 1999 and 2012, American adults with high total cholesterol decreased from 18.3% to 12.9%

Did you know?

The National Institutes of Health have supported research into acupuncture. This has shown that acupuncture significantly reduced pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee, when used as a complement to conventional therapies.

Inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by the presence of swelling, redness, heat, and pain. Sw Inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by the presence of swelling, redness, heat, and pain. Sw
THE DIMENSIONS OF PATIENT-CENTERED CARE THE DIMENSIONS OF PATIENT-CENTERED CARE
Responsibilities of the nurse manager Responsibilities of the nurse manager
EHR systems enable providers to view patient records across organizations. EHR systems enable providers to view patient records across organizations.
Instilling Ear Medication Instilling Ear Medication
Toxoplasma gondii in the heart of an HIV patient. Toxoplasma gondii in the heart of an HIV patient.
Video: Hemoglobin's affinity with oxygen - carbon dioxide, temperature and bisphosphoglycerate (BPG)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library