Nur 3196 Exam 2 Drugs Latest Update New Graded A+

Potassium Chloride (KCl) adverse effects {Ans: · Nausea and vomiting when administered PO (may be taken with meals or antacids) · When administered IV, phlebitis and venous irritation can occur (administer through larger vessel) ·Serious adverse effects: possible accumulation of excess K+: hyperkalemia if patient takes potassium supplements. CKD}Vitamin A administration alerts {Ans: -pregnancy category A (low doses) -pregnancy category X (doses above RDA)}Folic acid actions {Ans: -administered to reverse symptoms of deficiency -commonly needed in patients with inadequate intake, chronic alcohol dependence, women who are pregnant, or those with malabsorption disorder -needed during pregnancy to promote normal fetal growth and prevent neural tube defects}Vitamin A brand name {Ans: Aquasol A}human regular insulin peak {Ans: 4-12 hr SUBCUT / 30-60 min IV}insulin lispro peak {Ans: 0.5-1h}