A client is prescribed apomorphine. The nurse prepares to ...

[CharlieWard]

A client is prescribed apomorphine. The nurse prepares to administer this medication via what route?
 
  a. oral c. intramuscular
  b. subcutaneous d. intravenous

Question 2

When assessing a client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for evidence of inadequate drug management of the disease, the nurse anticipates the client will exhibit which of the following manifestations?
 
  a. shuffling unsteady gait c. urinary retention
  b. nausea and vomiting d. orthostatic hypotension

[meryzewe]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This drug is not absorbed via the GI tract.
B Correct: Subcutaneous administration provides effects within four to eight minutes.
C Incorrect: This is not an appropriate route for this medication.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate route for this medication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: A shuffling gait and lack of coordination leading to an unsteady gait are common manifestations of Parkinson's and would indicate inadequate management.
B Incorrect: This is an adverse effect of anti-Parkinson's medications.
C Incorrect: This is an adverse effect of anti-Parkinson's medications.
D Incorrect: This is an adverse effect of anti-Parkinson's medications.

[CharlieWard]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[meryzewe]

Great! Please up vote