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casperchen82

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse provides teaching for a patient who has a ventricular dysrhythmia who is prescribed acebutolol (Spectral) 200 mg twice daily. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. Diuretics may decrease the effectiveness of this drug.
  b. Dizziness, nausea, and vomiting indicate a severe reaction.
  c. I should eat fruits and vegetables to increase potassium intake.
  d. I should not stop taking this drug abruptly to avoid palpitations.

Question 2

A patient has congestive heart failure and has been taking digoxin (Lanoxin) for 9 years. The patient is admitted with signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity. Which signs and symptoms are associated with digoxin toxicity? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Dysuria
  b. Vomiting
  c. Tachycardia
  d. Yellow haloes in the visual field
  e. Diarrhea
  f. Insomnia


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otokexnaru

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

ANS: D
Patients who stop taking this drug abruptly can experience palpitations. Diuretics do not decrease drug effectiveness. Dizziness and nausea and vomiting are common side effects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E
Vomiting, yellow haloes in the visual field, and diarrhea are classic signs of digoxin toxicity. Bradycardia, not tachycardia, will likely be noted.


casperchen82

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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