« previous next »

Author Question: When teaching an older client prescribed darifenacin, the nurse recognizes that which of the ... (Read 21 times)

acc299

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 569
on: Jul 24, 2018
When teaching an older client prescribed darifenacin, the nurse recognizes that which of the following client comments indicate an understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I may have to increase the dose of my glaucoma medication.
  b. Thank goodness, this drug doesn't cause constipation.
  c. This drug will not cause drowsiness.
  d. I will take care not to get overheated when taking this drug.

Question 2

A neurotransmitter present in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems is:
 
  a. acetylcholine. c. glycogen.
  b. norepinephrine. d. acetylcholinesteras e.


softEldritch

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

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This drug is contraindicated in clients with glaucoma.
B Incorrect: This drug's anticholinergic effects can cause constipation.
C Incorrect: Especially in the elderly, this drug can cause drowsiness.
D Correct: For older clients, synthetic anticholinergics decrease their ability to perspire.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Acetylcholine is present in both systems.
B Incorrect: Norepinephrine is a sympathetic nervous system neurotransmitter.
C Incorrect: This is stored glucose.
D Incorrect: This is an enzyme, not a neurotransmitter.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.

Did you know?

In women, pharmacodynamic differences include increased sensitivity to (and increased effectiveness of) beta-blockers, opioids, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and typical antipsychotics.

Did you know?

A serious new warning has been established for pregnant women against taking ACE inhibitors during pregnancy. In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than in children whose mothers didn't take ACE inhibitors. Physicians can prescribe alternative medications for pregnant women who have symptoms of high blood pressure.

Did you know?

As the western states of America were settled, pioneers often had to drink rancid water from ponds and other sources. This often resulted in chronic diarrhea, causing many cases of dehydration and death that could have been avoided if clean water had been available.

Did you know?

The term pharmacology is derived from the Greek words pharmakon("claim, medicine, poison, or remedy") and logos ("study").

NUrse NUrse
When using an interpreter, the nurse should pose questions directly to the patient, not the interpre When using an interpreter, the nurse should pose questions directly to the patient, not the interpre
B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs. B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs.
(A) Unwrap each of the layers until the client is covered by just the plastic sheet and the towels ... (A) Unwrap each of the layers until the client is covered by just the plastic sheet and the towels ...
The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement
Patients Older than 60 Years of Age Patients Older than 60 Years of Age
Video: Osteoporosis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library