Author Question: Which nonbarbiturate anesthetic when used with halothane (Fluothane) can cause severe cardiac ... (Read 32 times)

ap345 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which nonbarbiturate anesthetic when used with halothane (Fluothane) can cause severe cardiac depression?

A) Droperidol (Inapsine)
B) Etomidate (Amidate)
C) Ketamine (Ketalar)
D) Propofol (Diprivan)

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking a sustained-release (SR) oral nitrate. How should the nurse instruct this patient to take the medication?

A) With water
B) Sublingually until absorbed
C) With milk or milk products
D) 1 hour after eating

okolip · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
If ketamine and halothane are used in combination, severe cardiac depression with hypotension and bradycardia may occur. Use of droperidol, etomidate, and propofol with halothane should not be a concern.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Give SR forms with water, and caution the patient not to chew or crush them, because these preparations need to reach the gastrointestinal (GI) tract intact to avoid overdosage. They are not dissolved sublingually but swallowed whole. They are best taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before meals.