A nurse is admitting a client who states he takes ginkgo biloba every day to improve his memory. The nurse should identify a potential interaction with which of the following medications the client is taking?
Levothyroxine
Famotidine
Warfarin
Loratadine
The Correct Answer is C
Ginkgo biloba is a herb that is used for its cardiovascular benefits. In addition to this, it has anticoagulant properties that increases risk of bleeding especially when used together with other agents with anticoagulant properties.
A, B, D- Have no significant interactions with ginkgo biloba
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
After a pneumonectomy, positioning the client on the nonoperative side helps maximize ventilation to the remaining lung and facilitates drainage of secretions. Placing the client on the nonoperative side allows for better perfusion and ventilation of the remaining lung, which can improve oxygenation and respiratory function.
B-sims position is used during insertion of suppository of a rectal exam
C -Semi-Fowler's position is used in clients with heart failure and pulmonary edema to promoted ventilation in the upper lungs
D-Prone position is used during surgical procedures involving the back in the operating room
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Phenylephrine is an alpha-adrenergic agent. It binds onto adrenergic receptors producing a sympathetic effect that dilates the pupil. Dilation of the pupils allows for visualization of inner structures of the eye and easier access during retinal surgery.
A. Timolol is a beta-blocker eye drop used to reduce intraocular pressure in conditions like glaucoma.
B. Pilocarpine is a miotic agent (constricts the pupil) used to treat conditions like glaucoma.
C. Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analog used to lower intraocular pressure in glaucoma.
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