Cholesterol Medications
A client with elevated LDL and triglycerides is prescribed ezetimibe. What is the mechanism of action of ezetimibe?
By inhibiting cholesterol absorption in the small intestine
What is the primary goal of long-acting nitrates?
What hormone level needs lowered in a patient with prostate cancer?
Testosterone
A client newly prescribed an anticoagulant following a stroke what should be prioritized to reduce the risk of a fall?
Provide the client with assistance during transfers and ambulation
What is the mechanism of action of Cilostazol?
Inhibits platelet aggregation and promotes vasodilation
jaundice and dark urine
What side effect of nitroglycerin would the nurse monitor for?
Hypotension and headache
Encourage the use of an electric shaver
What is the antidote for Heparin?
Protamine
What assessment would indicate successful treatment in a client with PVD?
Stable vital signs and improved quality of life
A client taking atorvastatin should report which adverse effect to the provider?
Muscle pain and weakness
What effect would the nurse expect when administering sublingual Nitroglycerin?
Chest pain being resolved
What are signs of bone marrow suppression?
What technique should be used when administered Enoxaparin?
Inject subq into the abdomen with ensuring to rotate sites.
What would the nurse monitor for in a client who is starting metoprolol for PVD?
Hypotension
A client taking Atorvastatin need to have which lab monitored?
Liver function tests
What medication is contraindicated with Nitrates?
Sildenafil or phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors (PDE-5)
When administering Chemotherapy, what should we do to protect ourselves?
Which disorders would need an anticoagulant prescribed?
Acute MI, Stroke, DVT or PE
What medication would alleviate claudication symptoms in PVD?
Cilostazol
When is the best time for client's to take a statin medication?
in the evening to align with peak cholesterol production
What is the mechanism of action of Aspirin?
Inhibit platelet aggregation and prevent thrombosis
A client with Bone marrow suppression is at risk for an infection. What finding would indicate an infection?
White patches in the mouth (Thrush)
Maintain intake of vitamin K foods
What are symptoms of PVD?
Discolored legs, muscle cramping, slow healing, reduced hair growth, decreased pulses, and numbness in legs