The nurse should closely monitor which of the following clients ...

[justinmsk]

The nurse should closely monitor which of the following clients receiving ipratropium?
 
  a. client with reactive airway disease c. client with narrow-angle glaucoma
  b. client with diabetes mellitus d. client receiving a diuretic

Question 2

In the absence of medical contraindications, the nurse should advise clients with COPD to consume how many 8-ounce glasses of oral fluids per day?
 
  a. 4 1/2-6 1/2 glasses c. 8-10 glasses
  b. 6-8 glasses d. 12 1/2-16 1/2 glasses

[canderson530]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is the type of client who would use a sympathomimetic.
B Incorrect: There is no contraindication with this medication use in a client with diabetes.
C Correct: Because of its anticholinergic effects, this medication should be used with caution in clients with narrow-angle glaucoma.
D Incorrect: There is not contraindication with this medication in the client receiving a diuretic.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is insufficient fluid intake (1080-1560 mL).
B Incorrect: This is insufficient fluid intake (1440-1920 mL).
C Incorrect: This is insufficient fluid intake (1920-2400 mL).
D Correct: In the absence of cardiac or renal health problems, 3-4 liters of fluids a day are recommended. 12.5 x 8 x 30 = 3000 mL; 16.5 x 8 x 30 = 3960 mL.

[justinmsk]

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[canderson530]

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