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colton

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The spouse of an older adult with Alzheimer's disease tells you that she has been giving him Amphojel (aluminum hydroxide) for heartburn. What is your best action?
 
  a. Ask the spouse how often the patient is taking the Amphojel.
  b. Suggest that the patient be given AlternaGEL instead.
  c. Teach the spouse that taking this drug can worsen the patient's condition.
  d. Remind the spouse that giving this drug often can interfere with bowel function.

Question 2

A patient who received 22 units of regular insulin an hour ago is now pale, sweaty, and has trembling hands, but is alert and able to talk. What is your best first action?
 
  a. Prepare to administer intravenous (IV) glucose immediately.
  b. Check the patient's blood glucose level immediately.
  c. Notify the prescriber or rapid response team immediately.
  d. Give the patient a snack containing protein and a complex carbohydrate immediately.


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smrerig

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


colton

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Always glad to help...


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