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SGallaher96

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older adult diabetic patient is mildly hypertensive. The nurse prepares to educate the patient regarding angiotensin IIblocking agents. These drugs are especially useful in older adults be-cause they
 
  a. protect the kidney's function.
  b. have a well-defined therapeutic window.
  c. are more effective than other drugs in the same class.
  d. can be given when liver function is com-promised.

Question 2

An older patient getting cisplatin (Platinol) asks the nurse how it works. What is the best response?
 
  a. Prevents RNA transcription and DNA replication
  b. Interferes with synthesis of chromosomal nucleic acid
  c. Formed from soil fungi; prevents RNA and DNA synthesis
  d. Binds to cell proteins and inhibit mitosis


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The ACEIs and ARBs also have demonstrated value in decreasing the chance of cardiac mortal-ity in patients with heart failure. They also confer renal protection, which is particularly beneficial for patients with diabetes. The other statements are not related to both the patient's conditions.

Answer to Question 2

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Cisplatin is an alkylating agent, which prevents RNA transcription and DNA replication. Anti-metabolites interfere with synthesis of chromosomal nucleic acid. Antitumor antibiotics prevent RNA and DNA synthesis. Plant alkaloids bind to cell proteins and inhibit mitosis.


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