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tsand2

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The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous aminophylline drip. The nurse should:
 
  a. set the rate at 300 mg/hour.
  b. use an intravenous infusion pump for administration.
  c. be sure the IV solution has been cooled for at least an hour before administration.
  d. monitor the client closely for bradycardia and bradypnea.

Question 2

The client is prescribed montelukast and asks the nurse what classification this medication is. The nurse's best reply is:
 
  a. phosphodiesterase inhibitor. c. leukotrience receptor antagonist.
  b. adrenergic receptor stimulants. d. acetylcholine antagonist.


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

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This would equal 50 mg/min., which is twice the safe rate.
B Correct: Intravenous aminophylline should be administered using an IV infusion pump.
C Incorrect: The solution should be warmed to room temperature.
D Incorrect: Clients receiving IV aminophylline should be monitored for tachycardia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: Montelukast is not a xanthine bronchodilator.
B Incorrect: Montelukast is not a sympathomimetic.
C Correct: Montelukast is a leukotrience receptor antagonist.
D Incorrect: Montelukast is not an anticholinergic.


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Wow, this really help

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