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Pharmacology CMS exam with questions and answers(verified answers graded A+) latest update
nursing intervention to do when removing nitroglycerin ointment - CORRECT
ANSWER : remove prior dose before applying the new one
after measuring nitroglycerin ointment dose with the applicator paper, how many
inch should you spread it over the paper - CORRECT ANSWER : 2.5-3.5 inches
What should you avoid doing when apply nitroglycerin ointment - CORRECT
ANSWER : avoid touching the ointment with your hands
Where should you apply the nitroglycerin ointment - CORRECT ANSWER :
clean, hairless area over the body, then cover w/ a clear plastic wrap
how do you administer enteric-coated medication - CORRECT ANSWER :
swallowed whole, NEVER CRUSH IT!
What is Rifampin for? - CORRECT ANSWER : Antibiotic to treat TB given in
combination with another antituberculosis med to help prevent antibiotic resistance
What are complications of Rifampin? - CORRECT ANSWER : -Orange color of
the urine, saliva, sweat, or tears
-Jaundice, fatigue, mild abdominal discomfort (anorexia)
, How should you administer Rifampin? - CORRECT ANSWER : 1 hour before or
2 hours after meal with a full glass of water
Contraindications for Rifampin? - CORRECT ANSWER : -Pregnancy/lactation
-Liver dysfunction
What should be monitored when taking Rifampin? - CORRECT ANSWER : -
Liver function
-PT/INR
Patient education when taking Rifampin? - CORRECT ANSWER : -Avoid
alcohol
-Monitor for anorexia fatigue and malaise
-When taken with food it decreases the absorption of the medication
What happens when Rifampin interacts with an HIV medication? - CORRECT
ANSWER : The HIV medication dose increases
How will you know Rifampin was effective? - CORRECT ANSWER : -Clear
breath sounds
-No night sweats
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