Question 1

The community nurse explains to a group of clients that taking combination drugs for a cold can be dangerous and cites several examples,such as:
Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  an older male taking a cold medication with chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine (Actifed Cold and Allergy) for congestion.
B)  a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COP
D)  taking a cold medication containing triprolidine and pseudoephedrine (Actifed Plus) for seasonal allergies.
C)  a client with liver disease taking a medication containing diphenhydramine and acetaminophen (Tylenol PM) .
D)  a young adult with sinusitis taking a medication containing chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine (Sudafed Sinus and Allergy) .
E)  a middle-aged client with a cough taking a medication containing diphenhydramine and phenylephrine (Benadryl Allergy and Cold caplets) .F) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 2

The nurse teaches the client with seasonal allergies that the most effective way to prevent allergy symptoms is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  take allergy medication before allergy season begins.
B)  take allergy medication as soon as symptoms begin.
C)  take as little allergy medication as possible so the body will not become sensitized to the medication.
D)  take supplemental nonpharmacologic measures.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

The nurse is teaching a group of grade-school children about body functions.A student asks,"Why do I sneeze?" The nurse's best response is:

Accepted Answer

A)  "A sneeze is caused by a contraction of your throat and lungs."
B)  "The back part of your brain is in charge of sneezes and coughs."
C)  "A sneeze is your body's way of getting rid of something irritating."
D)  "You sneeze because your body needs to take a really deep breath."E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

A client with a severe cough has a new order for a hydrocodone-based antitussive.Which history assessment would result in changing the prescription?

Accepted Answer

A)  The client has been unable to sleep for 4 nights due to coughing.
B)  The client has a history of lung cancer.
C)  Hydrocodone makes the client drowsy.
D)  The client has a history of persistent intermittent asthma.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 5

The nurse is administering a drug that antagonizes H-1 histamine receptors.Which is the most likely expected outcome of this therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)  The client will report that headache is improved.
B)  The client will cough less.
C)  The client will report less sneezing and tearing.
D)  The client will report less wheezing and more energy.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Exam 45: Pharmacotherapy of Allergic Rhinitis and the Common Cold

A client with a severe cough has a new order for a hydrocodone-based antitussive.Which history assessment would result in changing the prescription?

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The nurse teaches the client with seasonal allergies that the most effective way to prevent allergy symptoms is to:

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The nurse is teaching a group of grade-school children about body functions.A student asks,"Why do I sneeze?" The nurse's best response is:

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The community nurse explains to a group of clients that taking combination drugs for a cold can be dangerous and cites several examples,such as: Select all that apply.

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The nurse is administering a drug that antagonizes H-1 histamine receptors.Which is the most likely expected outcome of this therapy?

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Exam 45: Pharmacotherapy of Allergic Rhinitis and the Common Cold

A client with a severe cough has a new order for a hydrocodone-based antitussive.Which history assessment would result in changing the prescription?

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The nurse teaches the client with seasonal allergies that the most effective way to prevent allergy symptoms is to:

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The nurse is teaching a group of grade-school children about body functions.A student asks,"Why do I sneeze?" The nurse's best response is:

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The community nurse explains to a group of clients that taking combination drugs for a cold can be dangerous and cites several examples,such as: Select all that apply.

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The nurse is administering a drug that antagonizes H-1 histamine receptors.Which is the most likely expected outcome of this therapy?

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