A nurse suggests melatonin to a client traveling overseas on a ...

[Awilson837]

A nurse suggests melatonin to a client traveling overseas on a 2-week business trip to help with jet lag. The nurse would alert the client to the possibility of which adverse reaction? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Depression
  B) Hypotension
  C) Headache
  D) Dry mouth
  E) Constipation

Question 2

A group of nursing students are reviewing information about sedatives and hypnotics. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an example of a barbiturate-type hypnotic and sedative drug?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  A) Pentobarbital
  B) Eszopiclone
  C) Zolpidem
  D) Triazolam
  E) Secobarbital

[cdmart10]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C
Feedback:
The nurse should advise the client that headache, depression, and allergic reaction are possible adverse reactions that can occur with the use of melatonin.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, E
Feedback:
Pentobarbital and secobarbital are examples of barbiturate-type hypnotic and sedative drugs. Eszopiclone and zolpidem are nonbenzodiazepine sedative and hypnotic drugs. Triazolam is a benzodiazepine sedative and hypnotic drug.

[Awilson837]

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[komodo7]

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