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jjjetplane

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Quinidine is prescribed to a client with cardiac arrhythmia. When documenting the client's drug history, the nurse inquires about the concomitant use of any other drug.
 
  Which of the following drugs when given concomitantly may cause an increase in serum quinidine levels?
 
  A) Cimetidine
  B) Rifampin
  C) Hydantoins
  D) Nifedipine

Question 2

A client with cardiac arrhythmia is prescribed verapamil. The nurse would instruct the client about which of the following as a possible adverse reaction?
 
  A) Diarrhea
  B) Hyperactivity
  C) Peripheral edema
  D) Hypertension



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moormoney

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
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Cimetidine, when given concurrently with quinidine, may cause an increase in serum quinidine levels. Hydantoins and nifedipine cause a decrease in serum quinidine levels. Rifampin does not interact with quinidine.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
The nurse should inform the client that peripheral edema could be an adverse reaction to verapamil therapy. Diarrhea, hyperactivity, and hypertension are not adverse reactions associated with verapamil therapy. Other adverse reactions associated with verapamil are constipation, mental depression, and hypotension.




jjjetplane

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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