A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about administering sodium polystyrene sulfonate to a client. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"This medication is safe to take with sorbitol."

"Antacids can be taken with this medication."

"I should monitor the client's electrolytes."

"I should administer this medication intravenously."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate should not be taken with sorbitol due to the risk of severe diarrhea and gastrointestinal complications.

B. Antacids can interfere with the effectiveness of sodium polystyrene sulfonate, as they alter gastrointestinal motility and affect potassium binding.

C. Monitoring electrolytes is essential because sodium polystyrene sulfonate can lead to electrolyte imbalances, particularly hypokalemia.

D. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate is administered orally or rectally, not intravenously.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Respiratory rate is not the primary vital sign to assess before administering metoprolol.

B. Temperature is not directly affected by metoprolol and should not be assessed solely for this purpose.

C. Oxygen saturation is not a vital sign directly impacted by metoprolol.

D. Heart rate should be assessed before metoprolol, a beta-blocker, because it can lower heart rate. If the heart rate is below the target range, the medication should be withheld.

A. Osimvastatin B. Hydrochlorothiazide C. Captopril D. Fondaparinux

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Osimvastatin is an oral medication used to lower cholesterol and is not administered parenterally.

B. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic typically administered orally, not parenterally.

C. Captopril is an ACE inhibitor usually given orally.

D. Fondaparinux is an anticoagulant that is typically administered by subcutaneous injection, making it the correct choice for parenteral administration.

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A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about administering sodium polystyrene sulfonate to a client. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?

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