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londonang

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A client receives a loading dose of theophylline to treat acute respiratory symptoms. When assessing the client, the nurse would immediately notify the primary health care provider for which of the following?
 
  A) Constipation
  B) Abdominal cramps
  C) Bradycardia
  D) Mental depression

Question 2

A 10-year-old child with asthma is prescribed high doses of an inhaled corticosteroid. The nurse would discuss which of the following with the child and parents as being affected?
 
  A) Blood pressure
  B) Skin turgor
  C) Urine output
  D) Rate of growth



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
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It is important for the nurse to closely monitor the client for signs of theophylline toxicity. The nurse should notify the primary health care provider immediately if any of the following signs of theophylline toxicity develop: anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, abdominal cramping, headache, restlessness, insomnia, tachycardia, arrhythmias, or seizures. Constipation, bradycardia, and mental depression are not signs of theophylline toxicity.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
The nurse should monitor the rate of growth of the child. Children are at risk for a reduction in growth when oral corticosteroids or higher doses of the inhalant form are used. Blood pressure, skin turgor, and urine output are not altered with corticosteroid therapy.




londonang

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


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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