Neurology NCLEX answers

Neurology NCLEX answers A client weighing 150 lb with a head injury is receiving an IV anticonvulsant. The order is for 5 mcg/kg/min. The premixed bag contains 250 mg of anticonvulsant/250 mL normal saline solution. The nurse will set the administration pump for how many milliliters per hour? 20 A client has been taking carbamazepine (Tegretol) for 3 years. What should the nurse specifically evaluate on the admission physical assessment? Symptoms of increased bruising and weakness Before beginning a client's medication therapy with levodopa (Sinemet) for Parkinson's disease, it is important for the nurse to determine if he takes what medication? Monoamine oxidase inhibitors During a physical exam of a child diagnosed with chronic recurrent seizures who is receiving antiepileptic medication, the nurse notes hyperplasia of the gums. The nurse understands that hyperplasia of the gums is: A common side effect of phenytoin (Dilantin) An older adult client is diagnosed with postherpetic neuralgia. Which of the following medications would the nurse anticipate being ordered to treat the neuralgia pain? Select all that apply. Anticonvulsants, Tricyclic antidepressants, Opioids A client is taking antiepileptic medication. The nurse understands that antiepileptic medication: May be discontinued after 4 years if there is no seizure activity, and the EEG is normal A client has been receiving antiepileptic medication. If the client discontinues treatment abruptly, what complication may occur? Status epilepticus