A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has alcohol use disorder and is taking disulfiram. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
"This medication will cure alcohol use disorder."
"Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks after discontinuing the medication.”
"You can safely use topical products that contain alcohol, such as cologne."
"You should avoid eating undercooked meats while taking this medication.”
The Correct Answer is B
A. "This medication will cure alcohol use disorder.”
Disulfiram does not cure alcohol use disorder. It is a deterrent that causes unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed, supporting abstinence.
B. "Avoid alcohol for 2 weeks after discontinuing the medication.”
Disulfiram inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase. Its effects persist for up to 2 weeks after stopping, so alcohol must be avoided during this time.
C. "You can safely use topical products that contain alcohol, such as cologne."
False. Even topical alcohol-containing products (cologne, aftershave, hand sanitizers) can trigger a disulfiram reaction.
D. "You should avoid eating undercooked meats while taking this medication."
There is no known interaction between disulfiram and undercooked meat.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. 20% to 25%: While a moderate estimate, studies show higher genetic risk among children of alcoholics, particularly sons.
B. 30% to 50%: Research indicates that sons of alcoholic fathers have a significantly higher risk of developing alcoholism due to both genetic and environmental factors.
C. 0% to 5%: This underestimates the risk and does not reflect established genetic research findings.
D. 10% to 15%: Still underestimates the actual genetic risk observed in studies of familial alcoholism.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Risperidone
An antipsychotic used for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder-not used for opioid withdrawal.
B. Methadone
Methadone is a long-acting opioid agonist used in medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder and managing withdrawal symptoms safely.
C. Disulfiram
Used for alcohol dependence, not opioids. Causes adverse effects when alcohol is consumed.
D. Lithium carbonate
A mood stabilizer used primarily in bipolar disorder, not effective for opioid withdrawal.
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