A nurse is providing an in-service on the complications of naloxone (Narcan), such as abstinence syndrome. Which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse include in her in-service about abstinence syndrome?

A nurse is providing an in-service on the complications of naloxone (Narcan), such as abstinence syndrome. Which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse include in her in-service about abstinence syndrome?

The nurse is preparing to administer hydration via an intravenous route to a client. The nurse understands that the patient needs an isotonic solution. Which of the following options is considered an isotonic solution?

A client has a new prescription for butorphanol (Stadol). Which of the following options is a complication of this medication?

A nurse is caring for a patient with kidney dysfunction. The nurse understands that kidney dysfunction can lead to an increase in the duration and intensity of a medication's response. Which lab tests should the nurse monitor? Select all that apply

A client has been newly diagnosed with breast cancer. The client has been prescribed ondansetron (Zofran), but the client is unsure of the indication for this medication. What is your response as a nurse?

The nurse teaches a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about pursed-lip breathing (PLB). Which action by the patient would indicate to the nurse that no further teaching is needed?

The nurse is providing an in-service on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Which of the following medications is a first-generation NSAID that inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes?

The nurse is managing care for a client on the medical unit.

The health care provider prescribes testosterone (Depo-testosterone) via the intramuscular (IM) route for this client to treat hypogonadism. Which of the following sites should the nurse administer this medication? Drag and drop the word from the choices below to best answer the question.

Appropriate site to administer this medication:

The nurse is educating a client about taking a tetracycline along with an antacid. The nurse explains to the client not to take these two medications because the antacid can reduce the absorption of the tetracycline. When one drug reduces the effect of another, it is:

Read the scenario and select the correct answers to complete the sentence:

Postoperative Medication Teaching

The nurse is performing postoperative medication teaching to an older mate client after a minor procedure to remove a superficial cyst on his upper back. The client is curious about the movement of the medication through his body and asks the nurse the name of the concept in which the medication moves from the site of administration, across body membranes, and to the circulating funds/bloodstream

The client is curious about the movement of the medication through his body. The client asks the nurse the name of the concept in which the medication moves from the site of administration, across body membranes, and to the circulating fluids/bloodstream.
How should the nurse best respond to explain this pharmacokinetic concept?