A nurse is preparing to administer atenolol 25 mg PO every 12 hr. The amount available is atenolol 50 mg/tab. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
The Correct Answer is ["0.5"]
Desired/available *tab= 25/50*1= 0.5 tab per dose
Nursing Test Bank
Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams
Related Questions
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. anticholinergics act on the parasympathetic nervous system to produce pupillary dilatation for proper visualization
B. Tear production is a cholinergic effect
C. Intraocular fluid production is an adrenergic effect
D. Pupillary constriction is a cholinergic effect
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
B. non-selective beta blockers attach on all types of beta receptors, 1 and 2. In the airways, Beta blocks cause bronchoconstriction that worsens already existing airway narrowing in asthma.
A. safe in hypertension
C. The heart contains beta 1 receptors, blockage reduces heart rate which is appropriate in angina
D. Glaucoma- blockage of both beta 1 and 2 is important in glaucoma
Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.
Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today
Report Wrong Answer on the Current Question
Do you disagree with the answer? If yes, what is your expected answer? Explain.
Kindly be descriptive with the issue you are facing.
