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
Methylphenidate is a CNS agent used in the management of ADHD. It has the potential to cause dizziness or drowsiness and clients should be advised to avoid driving or operation of any machinery as it may lead to accidents.
A- Methylphenidate is a CNS agent used in the management of ADHD. It has nopotential interaction with caffeine.
B- Methylphenidate caused significant decrease in appetite with subsequent weight loss. The parents should be advised to increase the client’s caloric intake to promote healthy weight gain.
C- Methylphenidate causes insomnia and taking the medication right before bedtime leads to poor sleep pattern.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
alcohol consumption affects liver metabolism due to injury to the hepatic parenchyma. Impairment of liver function interferes with the metabolism and clearance of phenytoin leading to increased risk of adverse effects.
A-antacids should be avoided as they decrease the absorption of phenytoin
B flossing teeth is important for maintaining oral hygiene reducing the risk of oral complications of phenytoin-induced gingival hyperplasia
D phenytoin does not cause changes in urine color
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