Name That Medication
This bronchodilator commonly causes tremors and an increased heart rate.
Albuterol
A client taking aspirin develops ringing in the ears. What should the nurse suspect?
Salicylism
What does loperamide do to intestinal motility?
Slows it
Which assessment is the priority after administering naloxone?
Respiratory Rate
How should a client taking losartan change positions?
Slowly
Which herbal supplement was associated with nausea?
Ginger Root
This medication should be taken on an empty stomach 30–60 minutes before breakfast.
Levothyroxine
Which serious complication should the nurse monitor for in an older adult taking ibuprofen?
GI bleeding
Which type of laxative is bisacodyl?
Stimulant laxative
Which laboratory value should the nurse check before administering furosemide?
Potassium
How long should a client hold the breath after inhaling albuterol from an MDI in the tested technique?
10 seconds
Which herbal supplement was associated with menopause?
Black cohosh
This medication coats an ulcer and should be administered on an empty stomach.
Sucralfate
A client taking gabapentin becomes sleepy and has difficulty concentrating. What safety concern should the nurse address?
Fall Risk
How does magnesium hydroxide promote bowel movements?
Draws water into the intestines
What should the nurse do if a client taking spironolactone has a potassium of 5.3 mEq/L?
Hold med and call provider
Should an extended-release tablet be crushed?
No
Which herbal supplement was associated with depression?
St. John's Wort
This medication can cause potassium loss, so the nurse should monitor serum potassium.
Furosemide
A client taking lisinopril develops swelling of the lips and tongue. What adverse effect should the nurse suspect?
Angioedema
What is the most important teaching for a client taking psyllium?
Take it with plenty of water
What should the nurse do for a client experiencing sedation from gabapentin?
Implement fall precautions
When should levothyroxine be taken?
On empty stomach
Which herbal supplement was associated with immune support?
Echinacea
This potassium-sparing medication should be held when the client has significant hyperkalemia.
Spironolactone
A client taking a glucocorticoid develops fever and a sore throat. What complication should the nurse suspect?
Infection
What should the nurse assess first when a newly admitted client asks for a laxative?
Last bowel movement
What should the nurse check before initiating TPN?
Blood glucose
What should the client taking psyllium drink with the medication?
A full glass of water
Which herbal supplement was associated with Alzheimer's/cognitive support in the assessment?
Ginkgo biloba