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leilurhhh

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is caring for a patient who has postoperative nausea and vomiting. The surgeon has ordered promethazine HCl (Phenergan). Which aspect of this patient's health history would be of concern?
 
  a. Asthma
  b. Diabetes
  c. GERD
  d. Glaucoma

Question 2

A patient who is receiving chemotherapy will be given dronabinol (Marinol) to prevent nausea and vomiting. The nurse will tell the patient that this drug will be given at which time?
 
  a. Before and after the chemotherapy
  b. During chemotherapy
  c. Immediately prior to chemotherapy
  d. 24 hours prior to chemotherapy


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morrie123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Promethazine is contraindicated in patients with glaucoma since it is an anticholinergic medication. It should be used with caution in patients with asthma. The other two conditions are not concerning with this medication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Cannabinoids are given prior to chemotherapy and for 24 hours after chemotherapy.


leilurhhh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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