NURSING 101 Pharm VATI Remediation Exam Test Prep Questions |Answers.

VATI Pharmacology Remediation 1. Complete an ATI Focused Review® and send a detailed summary (2-3 sentences each) of 4 concepts that you learned from the focused review to me in the messaging system. - Contraindications o Sumatriptan (Triptans)  Sumatriptan is a medication used to prevent intercranial inflammation of the blood vessels in the brain, ultimately relieving migraines. This medication is commonly contraindicated in client who are pregnant, who have renal failure, hypertension, history of MI’s, and heart disease. - Adverse Effects o Dextroamphetamine  Dextroamphetamine is used to treat ADHD, obesity, narcolepsy, and conduct disorder. Common adverse effects of this medication that the client should be informed of includes restlessness, insomnia, weight loss, growth suppression, decreased appetite, chest pain, dysrhythmias, HBP, hallucinations, depression, nausea, vomiting, headache, hives, muscle weakness, dizziness, palpitations, and seizures. If prescribed to children, the nurse should often assess the child’s growth. o Topotecan (Topoisomerase inhibitors)  Topotecan inhibits replication of cancer cells ultimately killing the cancer cells. Common cancers it treats include ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and small cell lung cancer. Adverse effects of topotecan includes bone marrow suppression, bruising/bleeding, immunosuppression, and GI discomfort. - Treatment o Alcohol withdraws  Medications used to treat signs and symptoms of alcohol withdraw includes diazepam, lorazepam, oxazepam, chlordiazepoxide, and clorazepate. The nurse should monitor vital signs when administering this medication as well as assess neurological status and provide seizure precautions. 2. Complete the following questions and review the suggested learning activities. Send me your answers here. a. A nurse is caring for a client with a latex allergy. What steps should the nurse take when initiating an IV line on this client? i. When initiating an IV-line use nonlatex gloves. ii. Place a warning label on IV bags stating Not to use latex injection ports. iii. Use a nonlatex tourniquet