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pragya sharda

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The nurse caring for clients taking allopurinol (Zyloprim) for long-term therapy understands that which of the following will maximizing the benefits of allopurinol?
 
  a. urinary acidifying agents.
  b. alkalinization of the urine.
  c. restricted fluid intake.
  d. an increase of veal or goose in the diet.

Question 2

The nurse monitors the client for colchicine therapy for:
 
  a. flushing, tachycardia, hypertension.
  b. malaise, bradycardia, hypotension.
  c. CNS changes, hyperpnea, restlessness.
  d. nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This will minimize allopurinol effects.
B Correct: Alkalinization of the urine will maximize allopurinol effects.
C Incorrect: Fluid intake should be increased.
D Incorrect: These are purine-rich foods and should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: These are usual adverse effects of colchicine therapy.
B Incorrect: These are usual adverse effects of colchicine therapy.
C Incorrect: These are usual adverse effects of colchicine therapy.
D Correct: These are the major adverse effects of colchicine therapy and suggest terminating the therapy.




pragya sharda

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


ryhom

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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