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The nurse is preparing to administer promethazine (Phenergan) to a client who presents with acute vomiting. What information in the client's past medical history would alert the nurse to hold the medication?

A.

Diabetes Mellitus

B.

Chronic Kidney Disease

C.

Iron Deficiency Anemia

D.

Narrow-Angle Glaucoma

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Diabetes Mellitus is not a contraindication for promethazine, although caution may be needed regarding metabolic control.  

 

B. Chronic Kidney Disease does not specifically contraindicate the use of promethazine, but dosage adjustments may be necessary due to altered drug metabolism.  

 

C. Iron Deficiency Anemia does not contraindicate the use of promethazine and would not raise significant concerns for its administration.  

 

D. Narrow-Angle Glaucoma is a contraindication for promethazine due to its anticholinergic properties, which can increase intraocular pressure and worsen glaucoma.


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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Bradycardia is not a common side effect of atorvastatin and would not necessarily require immediate reporting unless it is significantly low and symptomatic.

B. Dark-red urine could indicate the presence of myoglobinuria, which can occur due to rhabdomyolysis, a serious side effect of statins like atorvastatin that necessitates immediate medical attention.

C. Elevated HDL cholesterol is generally a positive finding and does not require reporting unless it is part of a larger adverse effect context.

D. A migraine headache, while concerning, is not a known side effect specifically associated with atorvastatin and may not require immediate intervention unless severe or persistent.

Correct Answer is ["B","D","F"]

Explanation

A. Dry mouth is not a cholinergic side effect; cholinergic effects typically increase secretions.

B. Diarrhea is a common cholinergic side effect due to increased gastrointestinal motility.

C. Decreased urination is not expected; cholinergic agents may increase urination.

D. Excessive lacrimation (tearing) is a common cholinergic effect, as these agents stimulate glandular secretions.

E. Tachycardia is not a cholinergic side effect; bradycardia is more likely due to cholinergic effects.

F. Excessive sweating is a cholinergic effect due to increased glandular activity.

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