A 60-year-old client is being treated with tacrine. When caring ...

[saraeharris]

A 60-year-old client is being treated with tacrine. When caring for this client, it is important for the nurse to monitor this client's:
 
  a. electrolyte levels. c. hematocrit.
  b. hemoglobin. d. glucose levels.

Question 2

An older client is prescribed metoprolol for hypertension. The nurse identifies the highest priority nursing diagnosis for this client after receiving this medication is:
 
  a. Hyperthermia. c. Risk for injury, falls.
  b. Vital Signs Monitoring. d. Risk for decreased cardiac output.

[Jsherida]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Effects of this cholinergic agent include diarrhea and increased urinary output, which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
B Incorrect: This does not need to be monitored specifically for this drug.
C Incorrect: This does not need to be monitored specifically for this drug.
D Incorrect: This does not need to be monitored specifically for this drug.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing diagnosis related to this agent.
B Incorrect: This is an intervention, not a nursing diagnosis.
C Correct: When therapy with adrenergic blocking agents, the client is at risk for falls related to hypotension and dizziness (adverse effects of these agents).
D Incorrect: This is not the best nursing diagnosis.

[saraeharris]

Thank you!

[Jsherida]

Always glad to help...