Test 4: NU 150 / NU150 (Latest 2025
/ 2026) Pharmacology | Questions with Verified Answers | 100 % Correct | Grade A - Galen
Question:
Nursing considerations for patients at high risk for developing seizures, (seizure precaution management).
Answer:
Turn client to side Prepare for suctioning NEVER insert anything in the mouth!NEVER restrain or "Hold down arms Call for help & Stay with Client #1 Drug = STOP the Seizure Lorazepam (brand: Ativan) Diazepam (brand: Valium) Rectal or IV Loosen restrictive clothing (Neck & chest) Safety Protect - Clear area for any objects Pad Side Rails AFTER seizure activity Record Time Assess LOC, Neuro, Vitals Prepare for suctioning
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Question:
Definition of Seizure
Answer:
periodic attack of disturbed cerebral function abnormal electrical activity in the brain Idiopathic (unknown cause) or Acquired (fever, CVA, trauma infection)
Question:
Definition of Convulsion
Answer:
seizure where muscle stiffens and relaxes rapidly.
Question:
Definition of Status epilepticus
Answer:
Emergency situation, where seizures activity is continual with no interruptions.Life-threatening due to lack of oxygenation to brain, patient is unconscious during seizure activity Medication of choice • (lorazepam) Ativan -initial drugs of choice but
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Question:
Definition of Epilepsy
Answer:
permanent recurrent seizure disorder
Question:
Nursing management of patients having Status Epilepticus.
Answer:
Emergency- Maintain airway open and administer medication (Lorazepam for short duration and phenytoin for long duration) #1 priority is to stop the seizure after airway and breathing is secured
Question:
Nursing considerations when giving CNS depressant drugs along with Anticonvulsant drugs.
Answer:
DO NOT mix with other CNS depressants, e.g., alcohol, narcotic analgesics, and anti-depressants→ lethal combination→ ↑ sedation, respiratory depression, and death.
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