This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A patient taking risedronate IR (Actonel) for osteoporosis reports experiencing diarrhea and ... (Read 126 times)

Mr3Hunna

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 536
on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient taking risedronate IR (Actonel) for osteoporosis reports experiencing diarrhea and headaches. What will the nurse tell this patient
 
  a. These are common side effects of this drug.
  b. These symptoms indicate serious toxicity.
  c. The patient should discuss taking risedronate DR (Atelvia) with the provider.
  d. The medication should be taken after a meal to reduce symptoms.

Question 2

A nurse is providing teaching for a patient with osteoporosis who has just switched from alendronate (Fosamax) to zoledronate (Reclast). Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  a. I will need to have blood tests periodically while taking this drug.
  b. I will only need a dose of this medication every 1 to 2 years.
  c. This drug is less likely to cause osteonecrosis of the jaw.
  d. This drug is only given intravenously.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

mariahkathleeen

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 337
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Diarrhea and headaches are common adverse effects of risedronate IR. These symptoms do not indicate toxicity. The side effects of Atelvia are similar to those of Actonel. Taking the medication after a meal will not reduce these effects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Zoledronate has an increased risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw, as does alendronate. The patient is correct to identify the need for periodic blood tests. Zoledronate is given only every 1 to 2 years and is given only intravenously.


Mr3Hunna

  • Member
  • Posts: 536
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

helenmarkerine

  • Member
  • Posts: 324
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The newest statin drug, rosuvastatin, has been called a superstatin because it appears to reduce LDL cholesterol to a greater degree than the other approved statin drugs.

Did you know?

When intravenous medications are involved in adverse drug events, their harmful effects may occur more rapidly, and be more severe than errors with oral medications. This is due to the direct administration into the bloodstream.

Did you know?

The calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.

Did you know?

Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.

Did you know?

Elderly adults are living longer, and causes of death are shifting. At the same time, autopsy rates are at or near their lowest in history.

Measuring Patient Height Measuring Patient Height
Immunization with a vaccine. A healthcare professional is injecting a vaccine into the patient’s arm Immunization with a vaccine. A healthcare professional is injecting a vaccine into the patient’s arm
Stained section of cerebral cortex from autopsy of a patient with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease Stained section of cerebral cortex from autopsy of a patient with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
Helping maintain accurate patient records is a critical part of the medical assistant's work. Helping maintain accurate patient records is a critical part of the medical assistant's work.
Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly
Video: Factors that influence muscle tension - Sarcomere length and force, understretched and overstretched

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library