CMA 10 Review (16)

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28. You should monitor an older adult for which of the following drug interactions? a. The absorption of tetracycline is reduced with antacids. b. Tagamet decreases the effect of warfarin ( Coumadin ). c. Lithium decreases salt loss when given with diuretics. d. A potassium-sparing diuretic and an ACE inhibitor given together may result in hypokalemia. 29. Which of the following questions would be most beneficial to ask an older adult who takes a sedative and complains of increased sedation? a. “How much sleep do you get?” b. “Do you drink alcohol?” c. “Do you eat before bedtime?” d. “How many times do you get up during the night?” 30. Which of the following should you consider in the treatment plan when administering medications to an older adult? a. Ask the patient his or her name for identification. b. Administer all the medications at one time. c. Never administer a liquid medication when the patient has trouble swallowing. d. Administer medications at regularly scheduled times. 31. Why is it important to inform an older adult not to take bisacodyl (Dulcolax) tablets and an antacid together? a. The two drugs taken together cancel each other’s effect. b. The action of the antacid is decreased. c. The enteric coating of the Dulcolax dissolves, resulting in gastric irritation. d. There is decreased action of Dulcolax. Case Studies 32. A patient who has multiple chronic health conditions and is taking a variety of medications complains of dry mouth, blurred vision, urine retention, and constipation. How should you determine what is causing these symptoms? What is the explanation for the cause of these symptoms? What should you do with this information?

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CMA 10 Review (16)

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