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on: Jul 23, 2018
Intravenous verapamil has been ordered STAT in the treatment of a patient with a supraventricular tachycardia.
 
  In order to ensure patient safety, the nurse should be aware that concurrent use of which of the following medications is absolutely contraindicated? A) Sodium bicarbonate
  B) Propranolol
  C) Diltiazem
  D) Lidocaine

Question 2

A hospice patient is receiving opioids for treatment of cancer pain. Which laxative will best assist in the prevention of constipation?
 
  A) Lactulose (Cephulac)
  B) Stimulant
  C) Saline
  D) Bulk-forming


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

B
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Use of IV verapamil with IV propranolol should not take place; it may result in potentially fatal bradycardia and hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Stimulant laxatives are the most commonly used laxative with these patients. Lactulose is not usually recommended. Saline laxatives are not recommended due to electrolyte imbalance. Bulk-forming laxatives are not usually recommended for patients with cancer because they may not be able to drink adequate amounts of fluid required with these medications.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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