Nursing Care of the Medically Complex Patient
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Course Introduction
This course explores the advanced nursing care required for patients with complex medical conditions, emphasizing critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice. Students will learn to assess, plan, and implement holistic interventions for patients experiencing multiple, co-occurring health issues across diverse clinical settings. Key topics include management of chronic illnesses, acute exacerbations, multi-system organ dysfunction, and the integration of medical-surgical, pharmacological, and psychosocial care. The course prepares students to participate effectively in interdisciplinary teams and to advocate for optimal patient outcomes while maintaining patient safety and dignity.
Recommended Textbook
Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses 15th Edition by Vallerand
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Chapter 1: Medication Errors: Improving Practices and Patient Safety
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Q1) A client calls the nurse at 2 p.m.stating,"I forgot to take my Tenormin (atenolol)at 8 a.m.like I usually do.Should I take it now?" Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?
A)"It would be best to simply take two pills tomorrow."
B)"No,too much time has gone by so just skip that dose."
C)"Yes,it is important to take the medication each day."
D)"Why did you forget to take it today?"
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has been on multiple antibiotics for the treatment of pneumonia.The patient reports having a sore throat.The nurse notes a white coating on the patient's tongue as well as redness to the lips and gums.The nurse would most likely contact the physician to request which of the following?
A)Pamelor (nortriptyline)25 mg capsules three times daily
B)Nimodipine 30 mg capsules every 4 hr
C)Zyprexa (olanzapine)5 mg tablet daily
D)Nilstat (nystatin)400,000 unit lozenge four times daily
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Detecting and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
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Q1) While caring for a client with a history of epilepsy,the nurse would expect which of the following medications to be included in the patient's treatment plan? Select all that apply.
A)Clinoril (sulindac)
B)Dilantin (phenytoin)
C)Phenobarbital
D)Depakote (divalproex sodium)
E)Nabumetone
F)Tegretol (carbamazepine)
Answer: B,C,D,F
Q2) Which of the following interventions would be helpful for a patient taking Claritin (loratadine)who complains of a dry mouth? Select all that apply.
A)Frequent oral rinses with water
B)Sugarless gum or candy
C)Flossing twice daily
D)Increased intake of caffeine
E)Fluid intake of 1,000 mL/day
F)Use of alcohol-based mouth wash
Answer: A,B
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Chapter 3: Drug Monographs in Alphabetical Order by
Generic Name
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Q1) The nurse is providing Ethyol (amifostine)to a 51-year-old woman with ovarian cancer who is also receiving Cisplatin.Which of the following nursing assessments during the infusion is of the highest priority?
A)Monitor client blood sugar every hr.
B)Monitor client's respiratory rate every 30 min.
C)Monitor client's blood pressure every 5 min.
D)Monitor client's urine output every 4 hr.
Answer: C
Q2) The student nurse reviews a list of medications a client takes at home.Xopenex (levalbuterol)is on the list.The student expects this medication is provided in which of the following ways?
A)Orally
B)Topically
C)Rectally
D)Metered dose inhaler
Answer: D
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Chapter 4: Drugs Approved in Canada
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Q1) While preparing to pass medications on a medical unit,the student nurse notes a client is scheduled to receive Minipress (prazosin).The student recognizes this medication will cause which of the following?
A)Decreased gastric acid production
B)Reduced oral and respiratory secretions
C)Dilatation of arteries and veins
D)Increased cardiac preload and afterload
Q2) The nurse is providing care for an elderly woman with a urinary tract infection.The nurse understands the patient is receiving Pyridium (phenazopyridine)for which of the following reasons?
A)To reduce the frequency and severity of bladder spasms.
B)To provide local anesthetic effects to the bladder mucosa.
C)To kill
D)To promote diuresis and subsequently prevent stone formation.
E)coli bacteria commonly associated with urinary tract infection.
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