Exam (elaborations)
Pharmacology Hesi 2024/2025 (100% verified) A+ grade assured
- Course
- Institution
Pharmacology Hesi 2024/2025 (100% verified) A+ grade assured
[Show more]
Content preview
Pharmacology Hesi 2023Digoxin (Lanoxin) - positive inotrope (increases force of contraction); negative chronotrope
(decreases heart rate). How do you assess for this? - ANSAlways take apical pulse for one
full minute
Client with a long hx of daily digoxin and fourosemide (Lasix) use; creates a high risk for dig
toxicity because - ANSLasix can cause hypokalemia, which can lead to dig toxicity
What can happen when Digoxin is taken with Dronedarone (Multaq), which is another
anti-dysrhythmic drug)? - ANSDigoxin can increase in the blood level and further increase
the effects
What is the normal digoxin level? - ANS0.5-2 ng/mL
Normal serum potassium level is - ANS3.5-5.0 mEq/L
Low potassium or magnesium levels may increase risk for - ANSDigoxin toxicity
What are the signs and symptoms for digoxin toxcitiy? - ANSanorexia, bradycardia,
headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, and visual disturbances such as blurred, yellow, or
halo vision.
When should you hold off on giving digoxin drug therapy? - ANSif apical pulse is less than
60
What effects do Calcium channel blockers (-dipine; amlodipine (Norvasc), nifedipine
(Procardia) cause - ANSproduce vasodialation and reflex tachycardia
(lowers BP but increases HR)
Verapamil and diltiazam produce - ANSvasodialation and cardiosuppresssion (lowers BP
and Lowers heart rate)
Beta blockers have the drug ending - ANS-OLOL such as atenolol, propanolol, esmolol, ect.)
Beta 1 blocks receptors in the - ANSheart
Beta 2 blocks receptors in the - ANSlungs
Beta blockers can be non selective so be aware of any - ANSrespiratory conditions such as
asthma, emphysema COPD, ect.
A nurse should always check _____ and _____ before giving a beta blocker - ANSAP and
BP
do not give if HR is below 60
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Rosedocs. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
81298 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now