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

Author Question: An elderly client taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for gout pain is admitted to ... (Read 102 times)

BrownTown3

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 564
on: Jul 24, 2018
An elderly client taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for gout pain is admitted to the hospital with altered mental status. As the nurse reviews drug use, the client's condition is anticipated because of:
 
  a. naproxen. c. sulfinpyrazone.
  b. sulindac. d. indomethacin.

Question 2

A client with renal insufficiency is being treated with allopurinol and asks the nurse why the health care provider decided on allopurinol instead of probenecid, which his friend is on. The nurse's best reply is:
 
  a. Allopurinol is a better drug to use with your azathioprine.
  b. Allopurinol is less likely to make your kidney problems worse.
  c. You should ask the doctor about why one drug was chosen over the other.
  d. Just trust the doctor that this drug is better for you than probenecid.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Kjones0604

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 327
Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: CNS changes are not associated with naproxen, an NSAID.
B Incorrect: CNS changes are not associated with sulindac, an NSAID.
C Incorrect: CNS changes are not associated with sulfinpyrazone, a uricosuric agent.
D Correct: Indomethacin is an NSAID that can produce CNS symptoms in elderly clients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Allopurinol should be avoided, if azathioprine is being used.
B Correct: Allopurinol is less likely to result in renal toxicity than uricosuric agents like probenecid.
C Incorrect: The nurse should have the knowledge to answer the client's question.
D Incorrect: This is patronizing and does not answer the client's question.


BrownTown3

  • Member
  • Posts: 564
Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

kusterl

  • Member
  • Posts: 315
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

All adults should have their cholesterol levels checked once every 5 years. During 2009–2010, 69.4% of Americans age 20 and older reported having their cholesterol checked within the last five years.

Did you know?

There are 60,000 miles of blood vessels in every adult human.

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?

Fatal fungal infections may be able to resist newer antifungal drugs. Globally, fungal infections are often fatal due to the lack of access to multiple antifungals, which may be required to be utilized in combination. Single antifungals may not be enough to stop a fungal infection from causing the death of a patient.

Did you know?

Symptoms of kidney problems include a loss of appetite, back pain (which may be sudden and intense), chills, abdominal pain, fluid retention, nausea, the urge to urinate, vomiting, and fever.

) Subcutaneous drug administration: (c) the needle is inserted at a 45 ) Subcutaneous drug administration: (c) the needle is inserted at a 45
Example of equipment used for a urine drug screen that a medical office may require before ... Example of equipment used for a urine drug screen that a medical office may require before ...
Clinically Significant Drug-Drug Interactions in Dentistry Clinically Significant Drug-Drug Interactions in Dentistry
Intervention Model-Response to Client Misconduct Intervention Model-Response to Client Misconduct
Ophthalmic drug administration Ophthalmic drug administration
Neural pathways for pain Neural pathways for pain
Video: Bone cells and tissues - tissue composition and cells

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library