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pharmacology 2

Sucralfate, Misoprostol, And Metoclopramide Drug Therapy

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Which patient has an indication to safely receive misoprostol? A patient with rheumatoid arthritis who is taking NSAIDs
Which phrase describes the mechanism of action of sucralfate? Inhibition of pepsin
Which time frame would a patient expect the effects of oral metoclopramide to last? 3-4 hours
Which statement is accurate regarding the pharmacokinetics of sucralfate? The drug is excreted in the urine
Which time frame describes misoprostol’s elimination half-life? 20-40 minutes
Which patients can safely receive misoprostol? A patient with epilepsy A patient with alcoholism A patient with Parkinson disease A patient with pheochromocytoma
Which patient parameters would a nurse ensure are documented before administration of sucralfate? Urine output GI pain
Which patient parameter would a nurse ensure has been determined in a 25-year-old female patient receiving misoprostol for prevention of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID)–induced ulcers? Pregnancy test
A nurse is caring for patient who is taking levothyroxine and has been prescribed sucralfate. Which outcome would the nurse anticipate will occur from this drug interaction? Increased dosage of levothyroxine
Which patient parameters would a nurse ensure are monitored in a patient receiving metoclopramide? Heart rate Temperature Blood pressure (BP) Unusual facial or tongue movements
Which statement made by a lactating female patient regarding misoprostol therapy requires further intervention? "I should take magnesium-containing antacids to help with any stomach issues from misoprostol."
Which teaching points would be shared by a nurse with a patient who is receiving metoclopramide as orally disintegrating tablets? Continue taking metoclopramide, even upon feeling better. Avoid driving or other hazardous activities until stabilized on the medication.
Place the medication on the tongue, allowing it to dissolve before swallowing. Avoid alcohol when receiving metoclopramide because this can increase sedation.
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