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codyclark

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse closely monitors intravenous administration of colchicines because:
 
  a. extravasation may lead to tissue necrosis.
  b. there is a narrow margin between safe and toxic doses.
  c. gastrointestinal side effects are increased with intravenous administration.
  d. it is contraindicated in clients with a sulfa allergy.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client receiving 6-mercaptopurine (Purinethol) as part of her chemotherapy regimen. This client should avoid:
 
  a. allopurinol. c. probenecid.
  c colchicine. d. sulfinpyrazone.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: Extravasation from small venous sites may lead to pain and tissue necrosis.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This is a false statement as GI symptoms are worse with oral administration.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

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A Correct: Allopurinol should be avoided with 6-mercaptopurine, azathioprine, and anticoagulants.
B Incorrect: Colchicine does not need to be avoided with 6-mercaptopurine.
C Incorrect: Probenecid does not need to be avoided with 6-mercaptopurine.
D Incorrect: Sulfinpyrazone does not need to be avoided with 6-mercaptopurine.


codyclark

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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