The nurse would contact the health care provider before administering an adrenergic drug to a client who is also taking which drug?
Antibiotic
MAO inhibitor
Diuretic
Analgesic
The Correct Answer is B
A. Antibiotics do not typically interact with adrenergic drugs in a way that would necessitate contacting the healthcare provider before administration.
B. MAO inhibitors can cause significant interactions with adrenergic drugs, potentially leading to hypertensive crises due to increased norepinephrine levels. Therefore, the nurse should contact the healthcare provider to assess the risks before administering an adrenergic agent.
C. Diuretics may affect fluid and electrolyte balance, but they do not pose a direct interaction risk with adrenergic drugs that would require prior consultation with the healthcare provider.
D. Analgesics do not have a significant interaction with adrenergic drugs that would warrant contacting the healthcare provider, as they are used for pain management and can often be safely administered together.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. "I will take this medication at bedtime to help with my symptoms." is correct; famotidine is often taken at bedtime to reduce nocturnal gastric acid secretion and help manage symptoms.
B. "I can take this medication with antacids for faster relief." is incorrect; antacids can interfere with the absorption of famotidine, and patients should be advised to separate the doses by at least an hour.
C. "I should avoid alcohol while taking this medication." is correct; alcohol can increase the risk of gastrointestinal irritation and should generally be avoided.
D. "I will monitor for signs of unusual bleeding or bruising." is correct; while famotidine is not typically associated with bleeding risks, monitoring for signs of unusual bleeding is a good practice when taking any medication, particularly in patients with risk factors.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Atropine is an anticholinergic medication that increases heart rate by blocking vagal effects on the heart, making it the first-line treatment for symptomatic bradycardia.
B. Cholestyramine is a bile acid sequestrant used to lower cholesterol levels and does not have any effects on heart rate.
C. Inamrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor used in heart failure for inotropic support but is not specifically indicated for bradycardia management.
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