A client is receiving gabapentin, an anticonvulsant, but has no history of seizures. The nurse expects that the client is receiving this drug for which condition?
Inflammation pain
Pain associated with peripheral neuropathy
Prevention of seizures
Depression associated with chronic pain
The Correct Answer is B
Gabapentin is also used against neuropathic pain
Other options- gabapentin has no anti-inflammatory or role in other forms of pain
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
D. Morphine cause respiratory depression
A. Not directly related to respiratory depression
B. Expected outcome as morphine is an analgesic
C. Sleepiness after morphine use is expected and not alarming after respiratory depression has been ruled out
Correct Answer is ["1575"]
Explanation
45mL (medications)+90mL (flushes)+240mL (oral water) + (150*80)1200mL (IV fluid)
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