A nurse is caring for a patient with early-stage Parkinson disease who is prescribed benztropine. During the initial teaching session, the patient asks about what to expect from this medication. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan? Select all that apply.
Read DetailsA nurse is reviewing medication administration times for four patients Patient A has ADHD and takes methylphenidate for improved attention span. Patient B has narcolepsy and takes methylphenidate for excessive daytime sleepiness. Patient C has ADHD and takes dexmethylphenidate for hyperactivity control.Patient D has narcolepsy and takes amphetamine for sleep attack prevention. Which patient requires medication administration teaching about timing related to their specific condition?
Read DetailsA nurse is developing a teaching plan for a 32-year-old female patient with a seizure disorder who is planning to become pregnant and is currently taking carbamazepine 400 mg orally twice daily. Which teaching points should the nurse include to promote maternal and fetal safety? Select all that apply.
Read DetailsA nurse is monitoring two patients receiving medications with opposing autonomic effects. Patient A receives neostigmine 15 mg orally every 6 hours for myasthenia gravis and reports increased tearing, frequent urination, and a heart rate of 58 beats per minute. Patient B receives atropine 0.5 mg intravenously for symptomatic bradycardia and now reports blurred vision, dry mouth, and difficulty urinating. Which assessment finding requires the nurse’s immediate intervention?
Read DetailsA nurse is preparing to administer hydroxyzine 50 mg IM to an agitated patient in the emergency department. The medication is known to cause tissue irritation. Which technique should the nurse use to minimize local skin irritation and ensure proper medication delivery?
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