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mcmcdaniel

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An older adult client is receiving a CNS stimulant. When assessing this client, the nurse integrates knowledge about an older adult client's increased sensitivity to the drug, closely monitoring the client for which of the following? Select all that apply
 
  A) Anxiety
  B) Insomnia
  C) Bradycardia
  D) Confusion
  E) Hypotension

Question 2

A nurse instructs a client to avoid other CNS stimulants while taking dexmethylphenidate. Which of the following would the nurse include in the instructions? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Tea
  B) Fruit juice
  C) Coffee
  D) Cola drinks
  E) Milk


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isabelt_18

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, D
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A nurse caring for an older adult client receiving CNS stimulants should monitor the client closely for anxiety, nervousness, insomnia, and mental confusion because older clients are more sensitive to the adverse reactions of this group of drugs.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, D
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CNS stimulants include tea, coffee, and cola drinks. Fruit juices and milk are caffeine free.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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