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

Author Question: A client is receiving a serotonin antagonist and a corticosteroid as premedications for ... (Read 20 times)

jeatrice

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 543
on: Jul 24, 2018
A client is receiving a serotonin antagonist and a corticosteroid as premedications for chemotherapy. The nurse understands these agents are used in this circumstance to:
 
  a. prevent chemotherapy-induced inflammation of the hypothalamus.
  b. treat chemotherapy-induced loss of hair and nausea and vomiting.
  c. prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
  d. prevent adverse effects of chemotherapy drugs.

Question 2

After instructing the client prescribed zolpidem tartrate, which of the following comments by the client indicates his understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I need to have a follow-up visit with my doctor in a week.
  b. If I take a nap during the day, the medication will work better at bedtime.
  c. If I can't sleep after taking one pill, I can take another one.
  d. I can buy this medication without a prescription.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

DylanD1323

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 314
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
B Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
C Correct: This is the rationale for this regimen.
D Incorrect: This regimen addresses the nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, but not other adverse effects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: The client should be re-evaluated after 7-10 days.
B Incorrect: Daytime napping often interferes with nighttime sleeping.
C Incorrect: This is not the usual method of prescribing this agent.
D Incorrect: This is a prescription agent.


jeatrice

  • Member
  • Posts: 543
Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

chjcharjto14

  • Member
  • Posts: 342
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Before a vaccine is licensed in the USA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews it for safety and effectiveness. The CDC then reviews all studies again, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Every lot of vaccine is tested before administration to the public, and the FDA regularly inspects vaccine manufacturers' facilities.

Did you know?

As many as 28% of hospitalized patients requiring mechanical ventilators to help them breathe (for more than 48 hours) will develop ventilator-associated pneumonia. Current therapy involves intravenous antibiotics, but new antibiotics that can be inhaled (and more directly treat the infection) are being developed.

Did you know?

Approximately one in four people diagnosed with diabetes will develop foot problems. Of these, about one-third will require lower extremity amputation.

Did you know?

Though newer “smart” infusion pumps are increasingly becoming more sophisticated, they cannot prevent all programming and administration errors. Health care professionals that use smart infusion pumps must still practice the rights of medication administration and have other professionals double-check all high-risk infusions.

Did you know?

When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.

A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV. A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
Pima Indian woman receiving an eye exam. Pima Indian woman receiving an eye exam.
Effects of Ro15-4513, an Alcohol Antagonist Effects of Ro15-4513, an Alcohol Antagonist
After the chemical exfoliation substance has been applied, wrap the two top sheets around the client ... After the chemical exfoliation substance has been applied, wrap the two top sheets around the client ...
Wrap the client securely with sheets. (A) Lay one side of the sheet over the body. (B) Enclose the ... Wrap the client securely with sheets. (A) Lay one side of the sheet over the body. (B) Enclose the ...
Building a Client Base Building a Client Base
Video: Glucose Evaluation Procedure

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library