A patient is receiving intravenous vancomycin. If the infusion is administered too rapidly, which complication is the most likely?
1. Cardiomyopathy
2. Angioedema
3. Red man syndrome
4. Neurotoxicity
Question 2
When serious adverse effects in patients treated with vancomycin are assessed, the nurse includes the evaluation of:
1. cross-sensitivity if the patient is allergic to penicillin.
2. liver function studies for evidence of hepatic toxicity.
3. the peripheral nerves and grip strength for signs of neuropathy.
4. hearing and balance for evidence of ototoxicity.
The nurse can make observations about the patient's general appearance while talking with the p
Patient with typical rheumatoid arthritis contractures.
Defibrillator. Defibrillators are devices that supply a voltage charge to the heart in the hope of r
An example of a medical history sheet to list patient problems.
Pneumonia patient’s chest x-ray. Note the irregular areas of density.
Indirect enzyme immunoassay. A patient's antibody reacts with the antigen, which is detected ...