Author Question: A middle-aged male patient has received a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and has ... (Read 71 times)

geodog55 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A middle-aged male patient has received a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and has begun treatment with riluzole (Rilutek). The patient's nurse should recognize what goal of this treatment regimen?

A) Restoration of normal motor nerve function
B) Maintenance of normal mobility and activities of daily living
C) Delaying of tracheostomy or mechanical ventilation
D) Relief of neuropathic pain

Question 2

The medication nurse is in charge of transcribing drug orders and administering drugs to assigned patients. While preparing the drugs for administration, the nurse should always check

A) for drug composition.
B) the chemical, generic, and trade name of each drug.
C) the drug name at least three timesbefore, during, and after obtaining each drug.
D) the cost of each drug.