The client has been taking a medical prescription of ferrous sulfate [Feosol] for 30 days. During a follow-up assessment, the nurse will observe for which therapeutic response?

Increased activity tolerance.

Decreased blood glucose level.

Decreased low density lipoprotein.

Increased urinary output.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Increased activity tolerance is a sign of improved red blood cell production and better management of iron-deficiency anemia.
B. Ferrous sulfate does not directly affect blood glucose levels.
C. Ferrous sulfate does not impact low density lipoprotein (LDL) levels.
D. Increased urinary output is not a therapeutic effect of ferrous sulfate.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Calcium channel blockers can cause or exacerbate heart failure due to their effects on myocardial contractility and fluid balance. Monitoring for signs of worsening heart failure is crucial.
B. While drowsiness can occur, it is not typically considered a dangerous side effect of calcium channel blockers.
C. Headache is a common side effect of CCBs, but not usually dangerous compared to heart failure.
D. Calcium channel blockers are used to treat hypertension, so they typically would not cause dangerous hypertension.

A. Swallow 1 nitroglycerin tablet with a full glass of water and repeat in 5 minutes. B. Apply 1 nitroglycerin transdermal patch to your chest, ensuring to remove any previous patches. C. Place 3 nitroglycerin tablets under the tongue and notify physician if pain is not relieved. D. Take 1 tablet of nitroglycerin and call 911 or go to emergency department if chest pain is not relieved in 5 minutes, and repeat medication for a total of 3 tablets at 5 minute intervals.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Nitroglycerin should be placed sublingually and not swallowed.
B. This instruction pertains to transdermal nitroglycerin, not sublingual tablets.
C. The recommended use for sublingual nitroglycerin involves one tablet every 5 minutes, up to a total of 3 tablets if pain is not relieved, not placing multiple tablets at once.
D. If chest pain is not relieved by one sublingual nitroglycerin tablet, the patient should take up to a total of 3 tablets at 5-minute intervals and seek emergency help if pain persists.

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The client has been taking a medical prescription of ferrous sulfate [Feosol] for 30 days. During a follow-up assessment, the nurse will observe for which therapeutic response?

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Correct Answer is A

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Correct Answer is D

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