Nur 293 - Mental-Health Nursing Final Exam Study Aid

lOMoARcPSD|28205643 NUR 293 - Mental-Health Nursing Final Exam Study Aid NOTE: The final exam is comprehensive. All chapters listed in all modules as well as content in the course modules is covered on this exam.NR 293 - Pharmacology Final Exam Study Aid 1)Diet and patient teaching with furosemide (Lasix) 149 Potent diuresis and subsequent loss of uid Decreased uid volume causes a reduction in: Blood pressure Pulmonary vascular resistance Systemic vascular resistance Central venous pressure Left ventricular end-diastolic pressure Potassium and sodium depletion- especially potassium Be sure to change positions slowly and rise slowly after sitting or lying to prevent dizziness and possible fainting bc of BP changes. Take med in the AM, eat foods high in K more often, report weight gain of 5lb or more/wk immediately. Loop diuretics- rapid onset, cause rapid diuresis. Monitor electrolytes, kidney and liver function. Side effects: blurred vision, dizziness, HA, dry mouth, hypokalemia, hyponatremia. Interacts w digoxin, alcohol, stimulant laxatives, and BP meds. 2)Contraindications for selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERMs) Any estrogen dependent cancer, active thromboembolic disorder (thrombophlebitis) - Venous thromboembolism, or history of it. Med will need to be discontinued 72 hrs before and during any prolonged immobility (surgery or long trip).