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

Author Question: The physician plans to use an atypical antipsychotic for an elderly client. Regardless of which drug ... (Read 166 times)

jazziefee

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 505
on: Jul 19, 2018
The physician plans to use an atypical antipsychotic for an elderly client. Regardless of which drug in the category is chosen for therapy, the nurse should plan to:
 
  1. Arrange for weekly WBC counts
  2. Teach about tyramine-free diets
  3. Provide a daily laxative
  4. Teach fall prevention

Question 2

When a client for whom haloperidol has been prescribed tells the nurse, I'm burning up and my muscles are stiff and sore, the nurse suspects neuromuscular malignant syndrome and recognizes the possibility that the physician may order:
 
  1. Olanzapine (Zyprexa)
  2. Benztropine (Cogentin)
  3. Venlafaxine (Effexor)
  4. Dantrolene (Dantrium)


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

frejo

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 349
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4
Orthostatic hypotension is a possible side effect due to alpha-adrenergic blockade. The nurse should teach the client about changing position slowly, using handrails when walking, etc. to prevent falls. Option 1 is necessary only with Clozaril therapy. Option 2 is necessary only if the client is taking MAOIs. Option 3 is not necessary unless the client seeks help with constipation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
Dantrolene, a direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxant, is a drug often used to treat NMS. The other drugs mentioned would have no therapeutic effect on NMS.


jazziefee

  • Member
  • Posts: 505
Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

jojobee318

  • Member
  • Posts: 298
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Signs of depression include feeling sad most of the time for 2 weeks or longer; loss of interest in things normally enjoyed; lack of energy; sleep and appetite disturbances; weight changes; feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or worthlessness; an inability to make decisions; and thoughts of death and suicide.

Did you know?

Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi), which causes increased mucus production and other changes. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, can be serious in people who have pulmonary or cardiac diseases, and can lead to pneumonia.

Did you know?

Most women experience menopause in their 50s. However, in 1994, an Italian woman gave birth to a baby boy when she was 61 years old.

Did you know?

Fungal nail infections account for up to 30% of all skin infections. They affect 5% of the general population—mostly people over the age of 70.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Drug Interaction with Receptor Site Drug Interaction with Receptor Site
A drug’s bioavailability will depend on the dosage form and how much will actual A drug’s bioavailability will depend on the dosage form and how much will actual
Endocrine Disorders and Their Drug Treatment Endocrine Disorders and Their Drug Treatment
Frequency distribution curve: interpatient variability in drug response. Frequency distribution curve: interpatient variability in drug response.
Drug Naming Drug Naming
The Four Primary Drug-Receptor Families The Four Primary Drug-Receptor Families
Video: Sister chromatids of a metaphase chromosome animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library