When caring for a client who is receiving acebutolol (Sectral), ...

[DyllonKazuo]

When caring for a client who is receiving acebutolol (Sectral), the nurse would ensure that which of the following is avoided to promote optimal effectiveness of acebutolol? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Sertraline (Zoloft)
  B) Phenelzine (Nardil)
  C) Naproxen (Naprosyn)
  D) Oxaprozin (Daypro)
  E) Fluoxetine (Prozac)

Question 2

In which of the following situations would a nurse caring for a hospitalized client hold the dose of propranolol (Inderal)? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Pulse less than 60 bpm
  B) Blood glucose less than 100 mg/dL
  C) Irregular pulse
  D) Systolic pressure less than 90 mm Hg
  E) Diastolic pressure greater than 90 mm Hg

[komodo7]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C, D
Feedback:
NSAIDs (naproxen and oxaprozin) can result in decreased effects of b blockers such as acebutolol.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, D
Feedback:
The nurse should hold the dose of propranolol (Inderal) for clients experiencing any of the following: pulse less than 60 bpm, any irregularity in the client's heart rate or rhythm, or systolic pressure less than 90 mm Hg.

[DyllonKazuo]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[ricroger]

Excellent