« previous next »

Author Question: A client has been prescribed glucocorticoids for the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. ... (Read 18 times)

tichca

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 554
on: Jul 23, 2018
A client has been prescribed glucocorticoids for the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform for the client?
 
  A) Take and record vital signs every 4 to 8 hours.
  B) Test the serum electrolyte levels.
  C) Auscultate the abdomen and record the findings.
  D) Observe for signs of blanching of the skin.

Question 2

A client is receiving corticosteroids at a health care facility. The client is also receiving digoxin as treatment for heart failure. The nurse understands that which of the following is a possibility due to the interaction of these two drugs?
 
  A) Increased risk for toxicity
  B) Decreased muscle function
  C) Increased risk of hyperkalemia
  D) Decreased serum corticosteroid levels


Ahernandez18

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 361
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
When glucocorticoids are administered to the client, the nurse should take and record vital signs every 4 to 8 hours. The nurse need not perform assessments related to serum electrolyte levels, abdominal auscultation, or skin blanching. These are appropriate for a client receiving vasopressin therapy.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
The nurse should observe for an increased risk for digoxin toxicity when corticosteroids are given with digoxin. Decreased muscle function, hyperkalemia, and decreased serum corticosteroid levels are not associated with the interaction.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

tichca

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 554
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


Ahernandez18

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 361
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Always glad to help...


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Though methadone is often used to treat dependency on other opioids, the drug itself can be abused. Crushing or snorting methadone can achieve the opiate "rush" desired by addicts. Improper use such as these can lead to a dangerous dependency on methadone. This drug now accounts for nearly one-third of opioid-related deaths.

Did you know?

The National Institutes of Health have supported research into acupuncture. This has shown that acupuncture significantly reduced pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee, when used as a complement to conventional therapies.

Did you know?

Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.

Did you know?

Bacteria have been found alive in a lake buried one half mile under ice in Antarctica.

Did you know?

During the twentieth century, a variant of the metric system was used in Russia and France in which the base unit of mass was the tonne. Instead of kilograms, this system used millitonnes (mt).

Client receiving hemodialysis. Client receiving hemodialysis.
Arthrocentesis. The aspiration of fluid is a common treatment for joint injuries resulting in inflam Arthrocentesis. The aspiration of fluid is a common treatment for joint injuries resulting in inflam
Mechanisms of Penile Erection and Basis for Pharmacological Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction Mechanisms of Penile Erection and Basis for Pharmacological Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction
Use a step stool to help an infirm client get on and off the table. Use a step stool to help an infirm client get on and off the table.
Drugs in the Treatment of Heart Failure Drugs in the Treatment of Heart Failure
Inspection of client Inspection of client
Video: Passive Smoke Exposure

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library