The nurse instructs a client prescribed theophylline, a methylxanthine derivative, about dietary recommendations. Which statement by the client most concerns the nurse?  

A client with persistent, frequent asthma exacerbations asks a nurse about a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) medication. What is most important for the nurse to include in the response?

A patient’s provider has recommended a bulk-forming laxative for occasional constipation. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching about this agent?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client is prescribed tiotropium (Spiriva), an inhaled anticholinergic medication. The nurse should monitor for which side effects of atropine? Select all that apply.  

The client tells the nurse, “I have been taking fluoxetine (Prozac), an SSRI, for the treatment of depression for 1 week now and my symptoms have not improved. What should I do?” Which is the MOST appropriate response by the nurse?

The physician ordered 25,000 units of heparin in 0.5 NS. Heparin is available in a vial marked 5,000 U/mL. How many mL of heparin should the nurse add to the IV fluid?___________mL Only include number in the answer for credit. Must show work on dry erase board.

The order is for Phenobarbital 100 mg IM stat. You have an ampule labeled 130 mg/mL. Your syringe is accurate to 1/10 mL.   How much will you give?_________ml    Only include the number in the answer for credit. Must show work on dry erase board. 

Order reads: Give penicillin G 500,000 units IV daily. Pharmacy sends you penicillin G 5,000,000 units per 20 ml. How many ml’s will you draw up?  ______________ Only include number in the answer for credit. Must show work on dry erase board. 

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Which is the MOST important question for the nurse to ask the client PRIOR to administration of the first dose of sertraline (Zoloft), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?

2.5 mcg=________mg Must show work on dry erase board.