Pharmacology Reasoning Bradycardia Suggested Answer Guidelines
Marilyn Fitch, 78 years old
Medication Categories: Concepts/Content:
Antidysrhythmics
ACE Inhibitors
Beta Blockers
Statins
Oral Anticoagulants
Diuretics
Electrolytes
Assessment
Drug-drug interactions
Evaluation of desired outcomes
Monitoring for adverse effects
Emergency treatment of dysrhythmias
Client education
Psychosocial support
NCLEX Client Need Categories Percentage of Items from Each
Category/Subcategory
Covered in
Case Study
Safe and Effective Care Environment
 Management of Care 17-23% X
 Safety and Infection Control 9-15% X
Health Promotion and Maintenance 6-12% X
Psychosocial Integrity 6-12% X
Physiological Integrity
 Basic Care and Comfort 6-12%
 Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies 12-18% X
 Reduction of Risk Potential 9-15% X
 Physiological Adaptation 11-17% X