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lak

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is monitoring for adverse effects in
 
  a patient who is receiving an amiodarone (Cordarone) infusion. Which are adverse effects for amiodarone? (Select all that apply.)
  a. Tachycardia
  b. Constipation
  c. Chest pain
  d. QT prolongation
  e. Headache
  f. Hypotension
  g. Blue-gray coloring of the skin on the face, arms, and neck

Question 2

Which patient-teaching instructions are appropriate for a patient taking an antidysrhythmic drug? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Do not chew or crush extended-release forms of medication.
  b. Take the medication with food if gastrointestinal distress occurs.
  c. If a dose is missed, the missed dose should be taken along with the next dose that is due to be taken.
  d. Take the medications with an antacid if gastrointestinal distress occurs.
  e. Limit or avoid the use of caffeine.
  f. The presence of a capsule in the stool should be reported to the physician immediately.


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stano32

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

ANS: B, D, F, G

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, E


lak

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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