Major cross-matching  is when there is an agglutination reaction between donor’s RBC and recipient’s plasma.

The nurse is reviewing the mechanism of action of cholinergic drugs. The desired effects of cholinergic drugs come from the stimulation of which receptors?

When monitoring a patient who is taking a cholinergic drug, the nurse will watch for which of the following cardiovascular effects?

What are considered the ‘Big Three’ properties of an ideal drug?(Select all that apply.)

Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic drug often given to treat rhinitis caused by allergies or the common cold because it inhibits secretions from the nasal mucosa. 

A patient admitted to the hospital is receiving an intravenous medication (IV) medication with a significant first pass-effect. Upon discharge, the nurse notes that the route of administration has changed from IV to oral (PO). Which of the following would be an expected outcome regarding the new oral dose?

A black box warning is the strongest safety warning a drug can carry and still remain on the market.

In the field of nursing, what best defines the concept of pharmacokinetics?

A student nurse is preparing to administer medications. Which of the following patients would have the greatest risk of developing an adverse reaction?

The two lobes of the pituitary gland together produce and/or release how many hormones?