Desmopressin - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

6 y/o male presents w/ hemarthrosis of the L knee. Coag studies: PT 12.5s (normal12-14 sec), INR 1.0, aPTT 58s (normal 18-28 sec), platelet 430,000/microliter (normal 150,000-450,000/microliter), & bleeding time 4m (normal 2-12m). Which is the best tx option for this pt? A. Desmopressin acetate B. Corticosteroids C. Vitamin K D. Cryoprecipitate (u) A. Desmopressin acetate is indicated in von Willebrand's disease, which presents with a prolonged bleeding time. (u) B. Corticosteroids are in...

ATI MED SURG PROCTORED EXAM RETAKE (2022/2023) 1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the ...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. The nurse has administered gonadotropin to a client. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize? a. Abdominal pain b. Visual disturbances c. Auditory disturbances d. Ascites Answer: B Rationale: If the client reports visual disturbances, the drug therapy is discontinued and the primary health care provider notified. An examination by an ophthalmologist is usually indicated. Abdominal pain and ascites are ...

ATI-MED-SURG-PROCTORED EXAM 2019 RETAKE WITH NGN-100% Top-score-2023-2024 1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the followin...

Review Topics Part 1 1) Diabetes Insipidus – page • Caused by a deficiency of production of ADH or a decreased renal response to ADH. • Clinical Manifestations: Polydipsia and Polyuria. • Diagnostic Studies: Water deprivation test (pt deprived of water for 8-12 hrs and then given desmopressin acetate subcut or nasally), Measure level of ADH after an analog of ADH is given. • Types of Diabetic Insipidus: Central DI (results from an interference of ADH synthesis, transport, and...

RN ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM 2020 1. A nurse is caring for a client who is taking phenytoin. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor and report to the provider? a. Cognitive impairment i. Phenytoin: Anticonvulsant, Antiarrhythmic. Adverse effects: suicidal thoughts, ataxia, agitation, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, dysarthria. (davis drug guide). b. Tachycardia c. Elevated Blood Pressure d. Tinnitus 2. A nurse is teaching a client who has a history o...

ATI Endocrine Questions And Answers Rated A+ 2024. Diabetes Insipidus & ADH - correct answer. Too little antidiuretic hormone (ADH) SIADH & ADH - correct answer. Too much antidiuretic hormone (ADH) DI Manifestations - correct answer. - Polyuria - Urine output 5-20 L/day - Polydipsia - Drinking 4-30 L/day - Dehydration - Poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes, hypotension, tachycardia, wt. loss, headache, dizziness, constipation - Hypovolemic shock - hypotens...

CAPSTONE PHARMACOLOGY 2 1. A nurse is caring for a client who reports using the herbal medication garlic along with prescribed warfarin. The nurse should identify that which of the following is a potential adverse effect of taking both of these products concurrently?  Altered renal perfusion  Elevated blood pressure  Increased ecchymosis- The nurse should identify that ecchymosis occurs when there is bleeding under the skin. Additionally, the nurse should recognize that, garlic h...

Hurst Review Notes for NCLEX | Verified | Latest Update COMPLETE SUMMARISED NOTES 2023 HURST REVIEW FLUID + ELECTROLYTES 1. HORMONAL REGULATION OF FLUID VOLUME a. ALDOSTERONE (steroid, mineralocorticoid) i. Stored in adrenal glands—on top of kidneys ii. When blood volume gets low (vomiting, hemorrhage, etc.): 1. Aldosterone secretion ↑  RETAIN SODIUM/WATER  blood volume goes UP ↑ a. **Diseases w/ TOO MUCH aldosterone: retain sodium + water i. Cushing’s—too much of ALL...

ATI RN Adult Med Surg Proctored Exam 2024 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (LATEST UPDATED) GRADED. A nurse is preparing to administer thrombolytic therapy to a client who had an ischemic stroke. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action? a. Start the therapy within 8 hr b. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter after therapy begins c. Monitor blood pressure every 30 min during the infusion d. Elevate the head of bed between 25 and 30 2. A nurse is teaching a client about the use of an inc...