« previous next »

Author Question: A client who takes an intermediate- or long-acting hypnotic agent complains to the nurse of ... (Read 14 times)

Marty

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 553
on: Jul 23, 2018
A client who takes an intermediate- or long-acting hypnotic agent complains to the nurse of experiencing residual drowsiness and impaired reaction time on awakening. The nurse recognizes that the client is most likely experiencing which issue?
 
  a. Hangover
  b. Dependence
  c. Tolerance
  d. Depression

Question 2

A client tells the nurse that she no longer wants to take hypnotic agents prescribed to help her sleep. The nurse's instructions are based on the premise that abruptly discontinuing a high dose of hypnotic taken over a long period may lead to which issue?
 
  a. Drug dependence
  b. Drug tolerance
  c. Withdrawal symptoms
  d. Hypnotic rebound


moormoney

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 326
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Hangover occurs when the client is experiencing residual drowsiness and impaired reaction time upon awakening after taking hypnotic agents for a period of time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Withdrawal symptoms occur following hypnotic use.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Malaria mortality rates are falling. Increased malaria prevention and control measures have greatly improved these rates. Since 2000, malaria mortality rates have fallen globally by 60% among all age groups, and by 65% among children under age 5.

Did you know?

Recent studies have shown that the number of medication errors increases in relation to the number of orders that are verified per pharmacist, per work shift.

Did you know?

When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.

Did you know?

Atropine, along with scopolamine and hyoscyamine, is found in the Datura stramonium plant, which gives hallucinogenic effects and is also known as locoweed.

Did you know?

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.

Homeschooling has come a long way. These children are performing in a musical at the annual ... Homeschooling has come a long way. These children are performing in a musical at the annual ...
Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets. Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets.
C heck the description bcuz the question is too long. there is a file attached but it is the ... C heck the description bcuz the question is too long. there is a file attached but it is the ...
If you are able to earn 6.2% compounded semi-annually in an account, how long will it take for ... If you are able to earn 6.2% compounded semi-annually in an account, how long will it take for ...
A pipe that is 0.46 m long and open at both ends vibrates in the second overtone with a ... A pipe that is 0.46 m long and open at both ends vibrates in the second overtone with a ...
Long division of polynomials Long division of polynomials
Video: Definitions of stroke volume, preload definition & Factors influencing stroke volume

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library