The nurse is preparing to administer protamine sulfate for which of the following medication overdoses?

Hydralazine (Apresoline)

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Coumadin (Warfarin)

Heparin

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Hydralazine (Apresoline) is an antihypertensive medication and is not treated with protamine sulfate.
B. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antihistamine, and protamine sulfate is not used for its overdose.
C. Coumadin (Warfarin) is an anticoagulant, but protamine sulfate specifically reverses heparin, not warfarin.
D. Protamine sulfate is an antidote used to reverse the effects of heparin, a blood thinner.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

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.

A. 0.25 mEq/L to 1 mEq/L B. 0.2 mEq/L to 0.4 mEq/L C. 1.5 mEq/L to 2 mEq/L D. 0.5 mEq/L to 1.0 mEq/L

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Levels in this range are generally considered therapeutic for lithium.
B. Levels in this range are typically below the therapeutic range for lithium.
C. Lithium levels in the range of 1.5 mEq/L to 2 mEq/L are considered toxic and require intervention.
D. Levels in this range are generally within the therapeutic range for lithium.

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The nurse is preparing to administer protamine sulfate for which of the following medication overdoses?

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