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What is a common side effect of anticholinergics that patients should be educated about?
What is a common side effect of anticholinergics that patients should be educated about?
- Increased salivation
- Increased sweating
- Hypersensitivity to cold temperatures
- Risk of heatstroke (correct)
Which healthcare professional should a nurse consult if unsure about potential drug interactions between two medications?
Which healthcare professional should a nurse consult if unsure about potential drug interactions between two medications?
- Physician
- Pharmacy (correct)
- Resources
- Nurse manager
What is the main purpose of broad spectrum antibiotics?
What is the main purpose of broad spectrum antibiotics?
- Targeting specific bacterial strains
- Reducing antibiotic resistance
- Minimizing side effects
- Treating a wide range of bacterial infections (correct)
What is an important consideration when administering insulin?
What is an important consideration when administering insulin?
Which category do hypertensive drugs fall under, and what is important for a nurse to know about them?
Which category do hypertensive drugs fall under, and what is important for a nurse to know about them?
What is the nurse's role in patient education regarding herbal supplements?
What is the nurse's role in patient education regarding herbal supplements?
Why do narcotics cause constipation, respiratory depression, and urinary retention?
Why do narcotics cause constipation, respiratory depression, and urinary retention?
What distinguishes dependency from addiction and withdrawal?
What distinguishes dependency from addiction and withdrawal?
Why is it crucial to differentiate between dependency, addiction, and withdrawal in patient care?
Why is it crucial to differentiate between dependency, addiction, and withdrawal in patient care?
How do narcotics impact a patient's respiratory system?
How do narcotics impact a patient's respiratory system?
Why is it essential for healthcare providers to be aware of common side effects of ACE inhibitors and ARBs?
Why is it essential for healthcare providers to be aware of common side effects of ACE inhibitors and ARBs?
What is the primary reason for recognizing differences in insulin regimens among individuals?
What is the primary reason for recognizing differences in insulin regimens among individuals?