A nurse is preparing to administer nalbuphine to a postoperative client who is experiencing pain. The nurse should monitor the client for Which of the following potential adverse effects of this medication?
Oliguria
Diarrhea
Miosis
Joint pain
The Correct Answer is C
Miosis, or constriction of the pupil, is a common side effect of opioid analgesics like nalbuphine.
A. Oliguria, or decreased urine output, is not a common adverse effect of opioids
B. Constipation is a more common gastrointestinal side effect of opioid analgesics.
D. Nalbuphine is an opioid analgesic that helps relieve pain including joint pain. Joint pain is not as adverse effect of nalbuphine
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Insulin glargine is a long acting insulin that has a long duration of action. This allows it to be used as a basal insulin to mimic the body's basal insulin release.
Rapid acting insulins have a duration of effect of 3-6 hours. They are used as premeals doses to provide additional insulin due to glucose peaks after meals.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale- Grape fruit inhibits the action of intestinal enzymes interfering with absorption and actions of most drugs. It is therefore, important for clients on oral medication to avoid the intake of grape fruit to allow optimal absorption of the drugs.
A, B, D- Have very minimal drug interactions and hence safe to take with most medications
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