A patient has been prescribed epoetin alfa. The nurse determines ...

[rlane42]

A patient has been prescribed epoetin alfa. The nurse determines the drug is contraindicated as a result of what finding in the patient history?
 
  A) Asthma
  B) Irritable bowel syndrome
  C) Hypertension
  D) Shortness of breath

Question 2

What is an example of a locally acting antiemetic?
 
  A) Phenothiazine
  B) Antacid
  C) Nonphenothiazine
  D) Antihistamine

[ririgirl15]

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are contraindicated in the presence of uncontrolled hypertension because of the risk of worsening hypertension when red blood cell counts increase and the pressure within the vascular system also increases. There is no contraindication to the use of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents for patients with asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, or shortness of breath.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
An antacid is an example of a locally acting antiemetic. Phenothiazines, nonphenothiazines, and antihistamines are examples of centrally acting antiemetics.

[rlane42]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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