A nurse is caring for a client who is exhibiting signs of alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Suprenorphine
Diazepam
Disulfiram
Methadone
The Correct Answer is B
alcohol withdrawal can present with agitation, anxiety, seizures and hallucinations. Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that helps to control the symptoms by potentiating the inhibitory mechanisms of the brain.
A. Buprenorphine is an opioid uses in pain management.
C. Disulfiram is used in the management of alcohol use disorder
D. Methadone is an opioid used in management of pain and opioid dependence.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
The regular insulin should be administered subcutaneously about 30 mins before the client take their meals. This is because the insulin has a short onset of action. The peak time (30 mins after injection) should match the eating time provide optimum sugar control
B Arrival of the tray does not provide an exact time account to help match the peak time with meal time
C regular insulin should be given before meals
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
pulling the auricle down and back, is recommended for pediatric clients for proper visualization. It also helps prevent the eardrops from pooling at the entrance of the ear canal, allowing them to flow more effectively into the ear.
A, pulling the auricle down and out is not recommended as it may lead to pooling of the drop and spillage
CThis is not recommended in children
D Pulling the auricle up and back is recommended for adults.
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