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The patient has a seizure disorder and has just discovered that she is pregnant. At her first prenatal visit, she tells the nurse, “I quit taking all of my drugs because I don’t want anything to be wrong with my baby”. What is the nurse’s best response?

The nurse knows that which guidelines are followed when managing the selection of chemotherapeutic agents in combination therapy? (Select all that apply.) 

What are the primary benefits to a patient who is receiving glucocorticoids as part of a chemotherapy regimen? (Select all that apply.)

Which statement by a patient prescribed cromolyn for long-term asthma management indicates the need for further education?

A child will begin taking methylphenidate [Ritalin] for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Which baseline assessment will the nurse ensure is documented to facilitate coordination of care?

A nurse is administering epinephrine to a patient during a cardiac arrest in the presence of the patient’s family. The family is visibly distressed and asks the nurse about the purpose of the medication. How should the nurse respond to address the family’s concerns and explain the primary desired action of epinephrine during a cardiac arrest?

The order reads: Diltiazem 0.25 mg/kg bolus over 2 minutes, then 15 minutes later, rebolus with 0.35 mg/kg IV, and then start a maintenance infusion at 10 mg/h. The patient weighs 65 kg, and the available diltiazem for bolus administration is 25 mg/5 mL. Based on the patient’s weight, calculate the total bolus in milligrams. Then evaluate whether this dosage is appropriate for the patient’s clinical condition, given that the standard bolus dosing range for diltiazem is 0.25-0.35 mg/kg. Would you recommend administering the calculated dose, or would you suggest an adjustment?

A patient has been using methylphenidate to treat ADHD for several weeks. The patient is having difficulty sleeping and takes the medication twice daily before breakfast and dinner. What is the most likely cause of the patient’s insomnia, and how should the nurse adjust the medication regimen?

A patient with a serum potassium level of 2.7 mEq/L will receive intravenous potassium to replace serum losses. The patient expresses anxiety about receiving the treatment, worried about potential side effects. How will the nurse address the patient’s concerns while administering the potassium safely?

A ______ is a collection of useful classes.