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CQXA

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A client taking a CNS stimulant may experience altered sleep patterns. Which of the following suggestions would be most helpful? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Administer the drug early in the day.
  B) Take frequent naps throughout the day.
  C) Avoid caffeine products.
  D) Stop taking the medication.
  E) Be active during the day.

Question 2

A client is prescribed a CNS stimulant as treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Which of the following assessments would be most important for the nurse to obtain before administering the drug? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Blood pressure
  B) Weight
  C) Respiratory rate
  D) Behavior pattern
  E) Review of recent lab work



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, E
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The nurse can instruct the client to administer the drug early in the day, avoid caffeine and other CNS stimulants, be active during the day, and not nap during the day to aid in sleep alteration caused by the use of a CNS stimulant.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, D
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The nurse's preadministration assessment of a client receiving a CNS stimulant for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder should include blood pressure, respiratory rate, weight, and behavior pattern. A review of recent lab work would not be necessary.




CQXA

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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