A client with mild parkinsonism is started on oral amantadine (Symmetrel).

What statement accurately describes the action of this medication?

dopamine in central nervous system is increased

A 52-year-old client is admitted to the hospital for possible duodenal ulcers. The

healthcare provider prescribes ranitidine hydrochloride (Zantac) 150 mg BID PO.

Which data would indicate that this medication is effective?

Within 4 hours after meals, the client denies having pain.

A 78-year-old client with congestive heart failure receives the cardiac glycoside

digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg PO daily. Which observation by the nurse indicates that

the medication has been effective?

Clear breath sounds anteriorly and posteriorly

Minocycline (Minocin) 50 mg every 8 hours is prescribed for an adolescent girl

diagnosed with acne. The nurse discusses self-care with the client while she is

taking the medication. Which teaching points should be included in the

discussion? (Select all that apply.)

Report vaginal itching or discharge.

Avoid driving until response to medication is known.

Use a nonhormonal method of contraception if sexually active.

The nurse is assessing a stuporous client in the emergency department who is