A nurse accidentally administers the medication metformin instead of metoprolol to a client.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Obtain the client’s HDL level.

Monitor the client’s thyroid function levels.

Collect the client’s uric acid level.

Check the client’s glucose level.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Metformin is a medication used to lower blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart problems. If the nurse accidentally gives metformin instead of metoprolol, the client may experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which can cause symptoms such as sweating, shakiness, confusion, and loss of consciousness. Therefore, the nurse should check the client’s glucose level and treat hypoglycemia if needed.

Choice A is wrong because HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is a type of cholesterol that is not affected by metformin or metoprolol.

Choice B is wrong because thyroid function levels are not affected by metformin or metoprolol.

Choice C is wrong because uric acid level is not affected by metformin or metoprolol.

Uric acid is a waste product that can cause gout if it accumulates in the joints. Normal ranges for blood glucose are 70 to 130 mg/dL before meals and less than 180 mg/dL two hours after meals.

Normal ranges for HDL are 40 to 60 mg/dL for men and 50 to 60 mg/dL for women.

Normal ranges for thyroid function levels vary depending on the specific test, but generally they are between 0.4 and 4.0 mIU/L for TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), 4.5 to 11.2 mcg/dL for T4 (thyroxine), and 80 to 180 ng/dL for T3 (triiodothyronine).

Normal ranges for uric acid are 3.4 to 7.0 mg/dL for men and 2.4 to 6.0 mg/dL for women.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Nitroglycerin transdermal patches are used to prevent episodes of angina (chest pain) in people who have coronary artery disease (narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart). They work by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not need to work as hard and therefore does not need as much oxygen.

Choice A is wrong because nitroglycerin transdermal patches cannot be used to treat an attack of angina once it has begun. They can only be used to prevent attacks of angina. If you have chest pain, you should use another form of nitroglycerin, such as sublingual tablets or spray.

Choice B is wrong because headache is a common side effect of nitroglycerin transdermal patches and does not mean that you should stop using them. However, you should tell your doctor if the headaches are severe or do not go away. You may also take acetaminophen to relieve the headache.

Choice D is wrong because you do not need to cover the patch with dry gauze when taking a shower. You may shower while you are wearing a nitroglycerin skin patch. If a patch loosens or falls off, replace it with a fresh one.

A. Plan to self-administer this medication for the next 6 months. B. Administer the medication into one nostril once per week. C. Lie down for 1 hour after administering the medication. D. Use a nasal decongestant 15 minutes before the medication if you have a stuffy nose.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

This is the recommended dosage for cyanocobalamin nasal spray for pernicious anaemia and vitamin B12 deficiency. Cyanocobalamin nasal gel is used to prevent a lack of vitamin B12 that may be caused by various factors.

Choice A is wrong because the duration of treatment depends on the individual’s response and blood levels of vitaminB. Some people may need to use this medication for longer than 6 months.

Choice C is wrong because there is no need to lie down for 1 hour after administering the medication.

This may cause nasal irritation or drainage.

Choice D is wrong because using a nasal decongestant 15 minutes before the medication may interfere with the absorption of cyanocobalamin. If you have a stuffy nose, you should talk to your doctor about alternative ways to take vitaminB.

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A nurse accidentally administers the medication metformin instead of metoprolol to a client.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?