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 A patient has been prescribed Famotidine (Pepcid). The nurse believes the patient understands the action of this medication when the patient makes what statement?

A patient asks the nurse about the difference between diphenoxylate with atropine (Lomotil) and the over-the-counter drug loperamide (Imodium). Which response by the nurse is correct?

An angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE inhibitor) has been prescribed. The nurse would assess for what potential side effects?

Many patients often use over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Which statement would reflect accurate understanding of over-the-counter medications.

An anticoagulant has been prescribed for a patient. What adverse effect would be important for the nurse to assess?

A patient is taking Maalox frequently for acid indigestion.  What would the nurse specifically assess for?

 A patient who is receiving an opioid, Morphine Sulfate. What would be the nurse’s priority assessments?

A nurse should assess the patient who is receiving an immunosuppressive medication for what adverse side effect?

The health care provider has ordered intravenous injections of a narcotic hydromorphone every 4 hours as needed for pain. What is the drug category  for this narcotic which has high abuse potential?

Guaifenesin is prescribed to help loosen secretions in a patient with sinus infection. The patient calls the nurse help desk line and states ” I think I am having  a reaction to the medication.” What would the nurse recognize as adverse reactions to this drug? (Select all that apply.)