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A nurse is caring for a pt who is receiving Haloperidol. The nurse should
identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the med?
-Akathisia = CORRECT ANSWER
An adverse effect associated with haloperidol is the development of
extrapyramidal manifestations such as dystonia, pseudoparkinsonism, and
akathisia.
-Paresthesia
Haloperidol, an antipsychotic neuroleptic medication, can cause CNS adverse
effects such as seizures, confusion, and neuroleptic syndrome. However,
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paresthesia is not an adverse effect of haloperidol.
-Excess tear production
Haloperidol has anticholinergic properties that can cause sensory adverse effects
such as increased intraocular pressure, blurred vision, and dry eyes.
-Anxiety
Haloperidol can be prescribed to treat severe agitation as well as psychotic
manifestations.
A nurse is teaching about a new prescription for Ciprofloxan to a pt who
has a UTI. The nurse should identify which of the following statements as an
indication that the pt understands the teaching?
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-"I will take this medication with an antacid to prevent gastrointestinal upset."
The client should avoid taking ciprofloxacin with an antacid containing aluminum,
magnesium, or calcium because this can decrease the effectiveness of the
medication. The nurse should instruct the client to take antacids 2 hr before or 6
hr after the ciprofloxacin.
-"I will stop taking this medication when I no longer have pain upon urination."
The client should take the full course of ciprofloxacin to prevent reoccurring
colonization of bacteria.
-"I will report any signs of tendon pain or swelling." = CORRECT ANSWER
Ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone, is associated with a risk of tendon rupture. This
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risk is increased in older adult clients, so the client should notify the provider at
the onset of tendon pain or swelling.
-"I will take this medication with milk."
The client should take ciprofloxacin with water and increase fluids to 2 to 3 L
daily to avoid the development of crystals in the kidneys. Milk products will
decrease the absorption of the medication.
A nurse is providing teaching to a pt who is to start taking Sumatriptan.
Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the pt to
monitor for and report to the provider?
-Chest pressure= CORRECT ANSWER
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ATI Pharmacology 2019 B
A nurse is caring for a pt who is receiving Haloperidol. The nurse should
identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the med?
-Akathisia = CORRECT ANSWER
An adverse effect associated with haloperidol is the development of
extrapyramidal manifestations such as dystonia, pseudoparkinsonism, and
akathisia.
-Paresthesia
Haloperidol, an antipsychotic neuroleptic medication, can cause CNS adverse
effects such as seizures, confusion, and neuroleptic syndrome. However,
ATI Pharmacology 2021 B LATEST UPDATE
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,ATI Pharmacology 2021 B LATEST UPDATE
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paresthesia is not an adverse effect of haloperidol.
-Excess tear production
Haloperidol has anticholinergic properties that can cause sensory adverse effects
such as increased intraocular pressure, blurred vision, and dry eyes.
-Anxiety
Haloperidol can be prescribed to treat severe agitation as well as psychotic
manifestations.
A nurse is teaching about a new prescription for Ciprofloxan to a pt who
has a UTI. The nurse should identify which of the following statements as an
indication that the pt understands the teaching?
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-"I will take this medication with an antacid to prevent gastrointestinal upset."
The client should avoid taking ciprofloxacin with an antacid containing aluminum,
magnesium, or calcium because this can decrease the effectiveness of the
medication. The nurse should instruct the client to take antacids 2 hr before or 6
hr after the ciprofloxacin.
-"I will stop taking this medication when I no longer have pain upon urination."
The client should take the full course of ciprofloxacin to prevent reoccurring
colonization of bacteria.
-"I will report any signs of tendon pain or swelling." = CORRECT ANSWER
Ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone, is associated with a risk of tendon rupture. This
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risk is increased in older adult clients, so the client should notify the provider at
the onset of tendon pain or swelling.
-"I will take this medication with milk."
The client should take ciprofloxacin with water and increase fluids to 2 to 3 L
daily to avoid the development of crystals in the kidneys. Milk products will
decrease the absorption of the medication.
A nurse is providing teaching to a pt who is to start taking Sumatriptan.
Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the pt to
monitor for and report to the provider?
-Chest pressure= CORRECT ANSWER
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