A nurse is collecting data from a client who has taken an overdose of oxycodone.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Dilated pupils.
Tachypnea.
Tachycardia.
Sedation.
The Correct Answer is D
Choice A rationale:
Oxycodone overdose typically results in constricted (not dilated) pupils due to its action on the central nervous system.
Choice B rationale:
Oxycodone overdose can cause respiratory depression, leading to slow and shallow breathing (bradypnea), not rapid breathing (tachypnea)
Choice C rationale:
Oxycodone does not typically cause tachycardia. It can cause bradycardia due to its action on the central nervous system.
Choice D rationale:
Sedation is a common effect of oxycodone and can be more pronounced in cases of overdose due to the drug’s depressant effect on the central nervous system.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Choice A rationale:
While it’s important for the client to maintain a balanced diet, consuming a lot of protein with each meal does not specifically benefit a person taking levodopa/carbidopa for Parkinson’s disease.
Choice B rationale:
Levodopa/carbidopa can cause side effects such as uncontrolled muscle movements in the face, arms, legs, or trunk. Therefore, monitoring for an increase in unusual movements is a sign of understanding the potential side effects of the medication.
Choice C rationale:
Levodopa/carbidopa helps manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease but does not prevent the disease from progressing.
Choice D rationale:
While levodopa/carbidopa can help reduce symptoms such as stiffness and tremors, it does not typically result in a rapid improvement in condition.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Choice Arationale:
Aspiration (pulling back on the syringe before injection) is not recommended when administering enoxaparin. This could cause bruising.
Choice Brationale:
You should not massage the site following the injection as this could cause bruising.
Choice Crationale:
With enoxaparin and other low molecular weight heparins, you do not need to expel the air bubble before injecting the medication. The air bubble ensures that all the medication is delivered.
Choice D rationale:
Enoxaparin should be injected into abdominal tissue. This helps ensure proper absorption and reduces the risk of bruising.
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