NURSING 1201 VATI Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies

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NURSING 1201 VATI Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies A client with a digoxin level of 2.4 ng/ml has a heart rate of 39. The health care provider prescribes atropine sulfate. Which of the follow... ing best describes the intended action of atropine for this client? Select one: b. To stimulate the SA node and sympathetic fibers to increase the rate. c. To dry oral and tracheobronchial secretions. d. To reduce peristalsis and urinary bladder tone. A client is prescribed digoxin 1mg by mouth QID. The client states that the objects in his room have a yellowish tinge and he is nauseated. Select the most appropriate nursing action at this time. Select one: a. Count the apical pulse; if it is regular and above 60, administer the drug as ordered. b. Administer the medication and observe the client for further nausea. d. Hold the medication and count the apical pulse before the next dose is to be given. A client diagnosed with preterm labor has been prescribed nifedipine. The client asks the nurse why this particular medication has been prescribed. Which of the following statements by the nurse is correct? [Show More]

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