A nurse is planning care for a client who has a detached retina and is preoperative for a surgical repair. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following medications?

Timolol

Pilocarpine

Latanoprost

Phenylephrine

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Phenylephrine is an alpha-adrenergic agent. It binds onto adrenergic receptors producing a sympathetic effect that dilates the pupil. Dilation of the pupils allows for visualization of inner structures of the eye and easier access during retinal surgery.
A.   Timolol is a beta-blocker eye drop used to reduce intraocular pressure in conditions like glaucoma.
B.   Pilocarpine is a miotic agent (constricts the pupil) used to treat conditions like glaucoma.
C.   Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analog used to lower intraocular pressure in glaucoma.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Extended release potassium chloride tablets should be taken whole to avoid rapid release of the potassium which may lead to hyperkalemia and GI irritation.

A. Diuretic therapy increases urine output through reduction of water reabsorption. Potassium supplementation does not interfere with its action.

C. Taking potassium chloride with food or after meals is recommended to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal irritation or discomfort.

D. Antacids interfere with the absorption of potassium chloride leading to inadequate supplementation.

A. Renal stones B. Hepatitis C. Peptic ulcer D. Pancreatitis

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

flank pain is a typical symptom of urolithiasis (renal or ureteric). The presence of a stone in the urinary tract stretches the tract leading to pain. Calcium supplementation increases the risk of calcium stone formation in the urinary tract.

B. calcium supplements do not cause hepatitis

C. Calcium supplementation do not cause peptic ulcers

D. Calcium stones have been implicated in pancreatic but this presents with epigastric pain

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A nurse is planning care for a client who has a detached retina and is preoperative for a surgical repair. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following medications?

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Correct Answer is B

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Correct Answer is A

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