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ARLKQ · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

An elderly client with a diagnosis of chronic bronchitis is being treated with scheduled and PRN administration of albuterol, an inhaled bronchodilator.

After administering this drug, which of the client's vital signs should the nurse monitor closely because of potential adverse effects of this drug? Select all that apply. A) Temperature
B) Blood pressure
C) Respiratory rate
D) Heart rate
E) Oxygen saturation

Question 2

A nurse is reviewing a client's medication administration record and notes that the specified route for a particular medication is pr, denoting rectal administration.

Rectally administered medications are most commonly administered in what form? A) Enema
B) Suppository
C) Ointment
D) Inunction

djpooyouma · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, D
Feedback:
Monitoring heart rate and blood pressure of older adults who use inhaled bronchodilators is important because these medications commonly cause tachycardia and hypertension. Either or both of these effects increase the risks for complications, especially in older adults with underlying cardiovascular disease.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Suppositories are the most common form of rectal administration. Enemas and ointments are possible, but less commonly used than suppositories. An ointment, if it contains medication, is a form of inunction.