The physician has prescribed cromolyn (Intal) for the client with ...

[saliriagwu]

The physician has prescribed cromolyn (Intal) for the client with asthma. The nurse plans to do medication education. What will the best plan by the nurse include?
 
  1. This medication is indicated for acute asthma attacks.
  2. This medication can affect blood glucose levels.
  3. This medication will help prevent asthma attacks.
  4. This medication can result in hypertension.

Question 2

The physician has ordered ipratropium (Atrovent) for the client. What is a priority assessment question for the nurse to ask prior to administering this medication?
 
  1. Do you have glaucoma?
  2. Do you have diabetes mellitus?
  3. Do you have seizures?
  4. Do you have gout?

[zenzy]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Cromolyn (Intal) is ineffective for acute asthma attacks.
Rationale 2: Cromolyn (Intal) does not affect blood glucose levels.
Rationale 3: By reducing inflammation, cromolyn (Intal) is able to prevent asthma attacks.
Rationale 4: Cromolyn (Intal) does not cause hypertension.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Anticholinergic drugs can worsen narrow angle glaucoma.
Rationale 2: Anticholinergic drugs do not impact glucose levels, so having diabetes mellitus is not a concern.
Rationale 3: Anticholinergic drugs do not affect seizure disorders; this is not a concern.
Rationale 4: Anticholinergic drugs are not contraindicated in clients with gout.

[saliriagwu]

TY

[zenzy]

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