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schs14

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which piece of equipment might the health care provider require to administer an anterior pitui-tary replacement drug?
 
  a. Syringe
  b. Glass measuring device
  c. Plastic medicine cup
  d. Medicine dropper

Question 2

The health care provider is assessing a patient who is undergoing therapy with desmopressin (DDAVP). Which of the following electrolytes should be monitored closely while the patient is receiving the drug?
 
  a. Sodium
  b. Potassium
  c. Calcium
  d. Magnesium


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

ANS: A
Pituitary replacement drugs are proteins that would be destroyed by enzyme activity if taken orally; therefore they are administered parenterally or by inhalation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Use desmopressin cautiously in patients with fluid and electrolyte imbalances because of the risk of hyponatremia.


schs14

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

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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