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Which of the following MOST dramatically increases the risk for drug interactions and side effects in the elderly population?

A client has been taking prednisone for several days and now is complaining of a sore tongue with white patches. What are the white patches called?

A client is experiencing Red Man’s Syndrome. What should be closely monitored by the nurse during this time?

Your client is receiving Vancomycin (Vancocyn) IV. Twenty minutes into the infusion, the client begins to complain of nausea and develops flushing and a rash. What is the FIRST action the nurse should take?

The healthcare provider orders methotrexate 20mg/day orally. Methotrexate is available in 2.5mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer each day?  _______ tablets (Round to the nearest whole number.)

The nurse is caring for a client who recently suffered a pulmonary embolism. What statement made by the patient should alert the nurse that the patient needs additional teaching about treatment for this condition?

The drug Prilosec (omeprazole), is MOST commonly used for which of the following conditions?

A client has received a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates additional teaching is needed? (Select all that apply)

A client is getting ready to eat dinner. The nurse performs a fingerstick blood glucose which is 251 mg/dL. If the client is highly insulin resistant, how many units should they receive prior to eating?

The nurse is about to give Gentamicin to a patient. The drug must be infused over 30 minutes. Using the information provided on the bag label, at what rate will the nurse run the infusion in ml/hour?  ________________ mL/hr