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clmills979

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The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child who has been placed on Ritalin. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?
 
  a. Administer the medication as ordered by the physician.
  b. Monitor the client closely during administration.
  c. Hold the medication and call the physician.
  d. Call the pharmacist to verify the dosage of the drug.

Question 2

A client suffers from migraine headaches and is ordered to receive sumatriptan succinate (Imitrex). The client asks why the medication works. The nurse explains that this medication:
 
  a. dilates cerebral vessels to increase cerebral blood flow.
  b. causes vasoconstriction to relieve migraine attacks.
  c. increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain.
  d. decreases blood pressure in order to decrease oxygen to the brain.


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dajones82

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

ANS: C
Ritalin should not be given to a client younger than 6 years.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Migraines are caused by vasodilation and increased blood flow to the cerebral tissues. These medications decrease the blood flow and the symptoms of migraines.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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