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A client has been prescribed diltiazem (Cardizem), and asks the nurse what type of drug this is. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

"A beta blocker."

"A sodium channel blocker."

"An alpha blocker."

"A calcium channel blocker."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Explanation:

A. Diltiazem is not a beta blocker; it belongs to a different class of medications.

B. Sodium channel blockers are a different class of drugs used for various cardiac arrhythmias.

C. Alpha blockers are used to treat conditions such as hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia, but diltiazem is not in this class.

D. Diltiazem is a calcium channel blocker, commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain heart rhythm disorders.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Naproxen does not typically interact with sildenafil.

B. Sildenafil interacts with nitrates such as isosorbide, leading to severe hypotension, making it contraindicated in patients taking nitrates.

C. Metformin does not typically interact with sildenafil.

D. Cefuroxime does not typically interact with sildenafil.

A. Oxygen saturation 95% B. Respirations 12 breaths per minute C. Blood pressure 134/72 D. Pulse 52 beats per minute

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Oxygen saturation within the normal range does not indicate a need to question administering atenolol.

B. Respiratory rate within the normal range does not indicate a need to question administering atenolol.

C. Blood pressure within the normal range does not indicate a need to question administering atenolol.

D. Atenolol is a beta blocker, which can lower heart rate. A pulse of 52 beats per minute may be too low, especially if the client is experiencing angina, and the nurse should assess further before administering the medication.

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A client has been prescribed diltiazem (Cardizem), and asks the nurse what type of drug this is. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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A nurse is collecting data from a client who takes several daily medications and states that he wants to ask the provider for a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra). The nurse knows that sildenafil is contraindicated due to an interaction with which of the following client's medications?

Correct Answer is B

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The nurse is preparing to administer atenolol (Tenormin) to a client with angina. Which vital sign would cause the nurse to question administering this drug?

Correct Answer is D

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