Nrnp 6675 Latest Exam 2024.graded A

1. A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The patient is prescribed ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) and albuterol sulfate (Proventil) through a metered-dose inhaler. Which statement by the patient requires further teaching?a. "I will use the albuterol inhaler as often as needed for shortness of breath."b. "I should use the ipratropium inhaler 15 minutes before the albuterol inhaler."c. "I will rinse my mouth out after using the albuterol inhaler."d. "I will remove the cap from the albuterol inhaler before shaking it."Answer: a. "I will use the albuterol inhaler as often as needed for shortness of breath."Rationale: Albuterol is a rescue medication and should not be used more than every 20 minutes as needed. Overuse may lead to adverse effects such as tachycardia and tremors. 2. A patient has been started on doxazosin (Cardura) for the treatment of hypertension. Which assessment finding is the highest priority for the nurse to report to the provider?a. Heart rate of 110 beats/minute.b. Blood pressure of 150/90 mm Hgc. Urinary frequency and urgency.d. Weight gain of 2 lbs in a week.Answer: a. Heart rate of 110 beats/minute.Rationale: This