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

Author Question: A client is prescribed a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor to treat her glaucoma. Prior to administering ... (Read 72 times)

Frost2351

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
on: Jul 24, 2018
A client is prescribed a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor to treat her glaucoma. Prior to administering the medication the nurse should:
 
  a. monitor the client for hypertension and tachycardia.
  b. ask the client if she has ever been treated for hyperkalemia.
  c. ask the client if she knows how to instill eye drops.
  d. assess the client for hypersensitivity to sulfonamides.

Question 2

When caring for a client who has received a mydriatic medication, the nurse should:
 
  a. Instruct the client not to drive until the medication wears off.
  b. Assess the client for glaucoma and cataracts.
  c. Instruct the client to keep eyes closed for six hours.
  d. Encourage the client to wear sunglasses.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

softEldritch

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not necessary specific to this classification of medications.
B Incorrect: These medications can cause hypokalemia.
C Incorrect: Although an important assessment, it is not the most significant.
D Correct: Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are contraindicated in clients with hypersensitivity to sulfonamides.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not appropriate instruction.
B Incorrect: This is not specific to the use of mydriatics.
C Incorrect: This is not appropriate instruction.
D Correct: Mydriatics usually cause photosensitivity because of the dilation.


Frost2351

  • Member
  • Posts: 557
Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

atrochim

  • Member
  • Posts: 331
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Malaria mortality rates are falling. Increased malaria prevention and control measures have greatly improved these rates. Since 2000, malaria mortality rates have fallen globally by 60% among all age groups, and by 65% among children under age 5.

Did you know?

Though Candida and Aspergillus species are the most common fungal pathogens causing invasive fungal disease in the immunocompromised, infections due to previously uncommon hyaline and dematiaceous filamentous fungi are occurring more often today. Rare fungal infections, once accurately diagnosed, may require surgical debridement, immunotherapy, and newer antifungals used singly or in combination with older antifungals, on a case-by-case basis.

Did you know?

Drug abusers experience the following scenario: The pleasure given by their drug (or drugs) of choice is so strong that it is difficult to eradicate even after years of staying away from the substances involved. Certain triggers may cause a drug abuser to relapse. Research shows that long-term drug abuse results in significant changes in brain function that persist long after an individual stops using drugs. It is most important to realize that the same is true of not just illegal substances but alcohol and tobacco as well.

Did you know?

All patients with hyperparathyroidism will develop osteoporosis. The parathyroid glands maintain blood calcium within the normal range. All patients with this disease will continue to lose calcium from their bones every day, and there is no way to prevent the development of osteoporosis as a result.

Did you know?

There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.

The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU). The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
Administering a Disposable Enema Administering a Disposable Enema
Administering a Z-Track Injection Administering a Z-Track Injection
Spoon vanilla yogurt over canned crushed pineapple and sliced bananas for a tropical treat Spoon vanilla yogurt over canned crushed pineapple and sliced bananas for a tropical treat
Positioning the client Positioning the client
Testing the Achilles tendon reflex with client in a sitting position Testing the Achilles tendon reflex with client in a sitting position
Video: Arthroscopy

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library