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The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease (PUD) prescribed pantoprazole (Protonix), a proton pump inhibitor. What would be MOST important for the nurse to include in teaching for this client?

The nurse cares for a client prescribed ondansetron (Zofran ODT), a serotonin receptor antagonist. The client asks, “How do I take my medication?” Which is the BEST response by the nurse?

To which of the three isomers butan-1-ol , 2-methyl propan-1-ol, and 2-methylpropan-2-ol corresponds the 13C-NMR spectrum shown below. Draw the structure of each isomer and exxplain the differences in the local magnetic field environment of the carbon backbone of each of the three isomers..

Draw the structure for the compound with the systematic name 1,3-di-(1-methylethyl) benzene. For this systematic name, suggest an alternative name using an “organic element symbol”, that might convey the structure more clearly if you were speaking to someone rather than writing.

Which is the best description of the location of the alpha1 sympathetic nervous system receptors?

The nurse instructs a client prescribed theophylline, a methylxanthine derivative, about dietary recommendations. Which statement by the client most concerns the nurse?  

A patient’s provider has recommended a bulk-forming laxative for occasional constipation. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching about this agent?

A client with persistent, frequent asthma exacerbations asks a nurse about a long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA) medication. What is most important for the nurse to include in the response?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client is prescribed tiotropium (Spiriva), an inhaled anticholinergic medication. The nurse should monitor for which side effects of atropine? Select all that apply.  

The client tells the nurse, “I have been taking fluoxetine (Prozac), an SSRI, for the treatment of depression for 1 week now and my symptoms have not improved. What should I do?” Which is the MOST appropriate response by the nurse?