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

Author Question: After beginning triptan therapy for migraine headaches, a patient complains of a heavy sensation in ... (Read 70 times)

kshipps

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 571
on: Jul 23, 2018
After beginning triptan therapy for migraine headaches, a patient complains of a heavy sensation in the arms and chest. Which information should the nurse provide to the patient?
 
  1. Go to the nearest emergency department; a cardiac event is likely occurring.
  2. An allergic reaction is in progress. Begin antihistamine therapy.
  3. This symptom is common when starting these drugs and should be temporary.
  4. Caffeinated beverages generally assist in the resolution of these symptoms.

Question 2

A patient with a history of migraines asks for a medication to prevent attacks. Which drug will likely be prescribed?
 
  1. Propranolol
  2. Sumatriptan
  3. Ergotamine
  4. Dihydroergotamine


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

kaillie

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 326
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1


kshipps

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 571
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


kaillie

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 326
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Always glad to help...


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The use of salicylates dates back 2,500 years to Hippocrates's recommendation of willow bark (from which a salicylate is derived) as an aid to the pains of childbirth. However, overdosage of salicylates can harm body fluids, electrolytes, the CNS, the GI tract, the ears, the lungs, the blood, the liver, and the kidneys and cause coma or death.

Did you know?

IgA antibodies protect body surfaces exposed to outside foreign substances. IgG antibodies are found in all body fluids. IgM antibodies are the first type of antibody made in response to an infection. IgE antibody levels are often high in people with allergies. IgD antibodies are found in tissues lining the abdomen and chest.

Did you know?

The FDA recognizes 118 routes of administration.

Did you know?

According to animal studies, the typical American diet is damaging to the liver and may result in allergies, low energy, digestive problems, and a lack of ability to detoxify harmful substances.

Did you know?

Egg cells are about the size of a grain of sand. They are formed inside of a female's ovaries before she is even born.

Myosin has two heavy chains (in two shades of pink), Myosin has two heavy chains (in two shades of pink),
Patient teaching - eye assessment Patient teaching - eye assessment
Vapocoolant spray application while passively stretching the paracervical muscles. Take care to prot Vapocoolant spray application while passively stretching the paracervical muscles. Take care to prot
Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is from Another Culture Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is from Another Culture
The popliteal area. Avoid heavy pressure over the back of the knee joint. The popliteal area. Avoid heavy pressure over the back of the knee joint.
Inadequate Airway, Breathing and Circulation in the Trauma Patient (Part 3) Inadequate Airway, Breathing and Circulation in the Trauma Patient (Part 3)
Video: Cytotoxic T cell receptors, activation, proliferation, differentiation & action

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library