A client is being treated for ethanol alcohol abuse in a rehabilitation center. The nurse will include which information when teaching him about disulfiram therapy?
Mouthwashes and cough medicines that contain alcohol are safe because they are used in small amounts.
This drug will cause the same effects as the alcohol did, without the euphoric effects.
This drug is safe to take with warfarin.
He needs to know about the common over-the-counter substances that contain alcohol.
The Correct Answer is D
Disulfiram blocks the metabolism of alcohol leading to unpleasant effects such as flushing, apprehension, headache, nausea and vomiting
A. Alcohol containing substances will cause the unpleasant effect when consumed
B. Disulfiram prevent metabolism of alcohol and hence has no similar effects to alcohol
C. When taken with warfarin, it increases the risk of bleeding
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
C. Opioids cause constipation and therefore client should prevent is by taking high fibre intake and adequate fluid intake.
A. Opioids do not cause diarrhea
B. The drug should be taken as prescribed to avoid inadequate pain relief and overdose.
D. Opioids cause nausea and vomiting which can be worsened when taken on an empty stomach
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Rationale- A spacer connects the MDI and the mouth containing any medication exhaled eliminating the need for the coordination
B. Notifying the provider does not solve the client’s need
C. Inhalers are delivered directly into the airway and are not taken orally
D. A peak flow meter is used to measure peak flow but not for drug delivery
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