Chapter 54-55 PrepU (resp)

Acetylcysteine may be used as a mucolytic agent. What is an additional indication for the drug?

Antidote for acetaminophen poisoning

Which of the following would a nurse identify as a surfactant?

Beractant

A nurse is caring for a patient who has been prescribed a nasal decongestant. Which of the following factors should the nurse assess before administering the drug?

Blood pressure

A nurse would expect to increase the dosage of theophylline if the client has a current history of which of the following?

Cigarette smoking

The client's theophylline levels are increased when the lab results are added to the electronic health record. The nurse questions the client about his intake of which?

Coffee

When describing the action of xanthines, which would the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

Direct effect on the mobilization of calcium within the cell Stimulation of 2 prostaglandins leading to smooth muscle relaxation Inhibition of release of slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis

A patient is advised to take a decongestant drug to relieve nasal congestion associated with hay fever. The patient is not comfortable with a nasal spray or drops and prefers an oral tablet. Which oral decongestant drugs can be administered to the patient?

Pseudoephedrine

The client with asthma has been ordered an inhaler and the nurse is teaching how to prevent Candida infections. Which would the nurse include in the instructions?

Rinse mouth with water after each use.

What should the client be told about nasal spray? (Select all that apply.)

Sniff hard for a few minutes after administration. Nasal burning or stinging may occur with the use of topical decongestants.

A client has just been admitted for an overdose of pseudoephedrine. The nurse's assessment of the client should prioritize what system?

cardiovascular