What will determine whether the oral dose will be adequate for discharge to be considered? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today […]
What is the mechanism of action of digoxin? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had to come to
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Which condition, if present, may cause serious problems if she takes this medication? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I
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What is the reason for ordering the beta blocker carvedilol? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had to
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What lab tests should be ordered for M.G. related to the order for furosemide (Lasix)? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today
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Identify at least 4 parameters you would use to monitor the effectiveness of this medication Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today
What is the rationale for changing the route of the furosemide (Lasix)? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just
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How do angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, such as enalapril (Vasotec), work to reduce HF? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating,
Which of these medications may have contributed to M.G.s HF? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had to
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What is EF, and what does the decreased number indicate? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had to
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