pharm Flashcards
Which vital signs should the nurse assess before administering Lisinopril
Blood pressure and potassium levels
What is the priority nursing action when administering morphine for pain relief
Monitor respiratory rate and depth
A pt is receiving warfarin. What lab tests should be monitored regularly
PT/INR
What is a common side effect of albuterol in asthma pts
Tachycardia
what teaching point is important for a pt on enoxaparin therapy?
Instruct pt to report any unusual bruising or bleeding
What should the nurse do if a pt on digoxin shows signs of bradycardia?
Hold dose and notify healthcare professional
A pt is taking nitroglycerin for chest pain. What is the nurses first action
Assess the pt b/p
What is a key side effect of aspirin therapy that requires monitoring ?
gastric bleeding
What should nurse is teach a pt taking furosemide about potential side effects?
Teach pt to watch for dehydration, low potassium, dizziness, muscle cramps,
and irregular heartbeats. Advise taking the medication in the morning and having regular check-ups.
When administering metformin to a diabetic pt, which lab value should the nurse monitor?
Serum creatinine
What is the nurse’s priority action if a pt experiences an anaphylactic reaction receiving penicillin?
Administer epinephrine and maintain airway patency
What should the nurse assess before administering a beta blocker such as atenolol?
B/P and HR
What SE is common with the use of corticosteroids like prednisone?
Weight gain and fluid retention
What should the nurse monitor when a pt is on a statin like atorvastatin?
Liver function test
What is an important teaching point for a pt taking acetaminophen?
Avoid exceeding the recommended daily dosage to prevent liver damage
What lab value should the nurse check before administering heparin
aPTT
When a pt is receiving vancomycin which adverse effect should nurse be alert for ?
Ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity
What is the nurses priority when administering insulin to a pt with diabetes
check the pt’s blood glucose level
a pt is prescribed warfarin. which foods should the nurse educate the pt to avoid?
Foods high in vit k like leafy green vegtables
What is the primary action of ACE inhibitors like enalapril?
To decrease blood pressure
What is a serious SE of taking amiodarone for arrhythmias?
Pulmonary toxicity and thyroid dysfunction
What is the most important assessment for a nurse when administering hydrochlorothiazide to a hypertensive pt?
monitor electrolyte levels; especially potassium
What should be assessed before administering lithium for bipolar disorder?
kidney function and serum lithium levels
What side effect should the nurse inform a pt about when starting a new prescription for ondansetron for nausea?
Headache and constipation
