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Haya94

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What best describes central nervous system (CNS) stimulants?
 
  a. Acute intoxication can lead to coma.
  b. They produce strong physical dependence.
  c. Withdrawal symptoms are life threatening.
  d. They can result in strong psychologic dependence.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for an adolescent brought to the hospital with acute drug toxicity. Cocaine is believed to be the drug involved. Data collection by the nurse should include what information?
 
  a. Drug's actual content
  b. Mode of administration
  c. Adolescent's level of interest in rehabilitation
  d. Function the drug plays in the adolescent's life


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
CNS stimulants such as amphetamines and cocaine produce a strong psychologic dependence. Acute intoxication leads to violent aggressive behavior or psychotic episodes characterized by paranoia, uncontrollable agitation, and restlessness. This class of drugs does not produce strong physical dependence and can be withdrawn without much danger.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Cocaine is available in two forms, water soluble and nonwater soluble, and can be administered through multiple routes. For treatment purposes, it is essential to know the type of drug and route of administration. Because cocaine is a street drug, the actual content usually cannot be identified. The adolescent's level of interest in rehabilitation and the function that drug plays in the adolescent's life are concerns to be addressed after the initial emergency treatment is instituted.


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