The nurse will administer which of the following to a hospitalized client experiencing difficulty falling asleep for short-term management of insomnia?

Zolpidem [Ambien]

Fluoxetine [Prozac]

Morphine

Aspirin

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Zolpidem [Ambien] is a medication specifically used for short-term management of insomnia by helping with sleep initiation.
B. Fluoxetine [Prozac] is an SSRI used primarily for depression and anxiety, not for short-term sleep issues.
C. Morphine is an opioid analgesic, not indicated for sleep management and could exacerbate insomnia or cause additional issues.
D. Aspirin is used for pain relief and anti-inflammatory purposes, not for managing sleep difficulties.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Enoxaparin is often used to treat or prevent DVT, so this would not prevent administration.
B. A bleeding disorder is a contraindication for enoxaparin due to the increased risk of hemorrhage.
C. A heart rate of 60 is within normal limits and does not contraindicate enoxaparin use.
D. Enoxaparin is used to treat and prevent PE, so this condition would not prevent its administration.

A. Lithium [Lithobid] B. Diazepam [Valium] C. Bupropion [Wellbutrin] D. Paroxetine [Paxil]

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Lithium is a mood stabilizer specifically used to treat acute mania and stabilize mood in bipolar disorder.
B. Diazepam (Valium) is used for anxiety management, not for treating acute mania.
C. Bupropion (Wellbutrin) is an antidepressant that is not typically used for treating acute mania.
D. Paroxetine (Paxil) is an antidepressant used for depression and is not indicated for treating acute mania.

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