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Metfan725

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The client has been placed on Ritalin. He is already being treated with Coumadin. The nurse anticipates that the combination of the two drugs will have a(n) _____ in the effect of the _____.
 
  a. increase; Coumadin
  b. decrease; Coumadin
  c. increase; Ritalin
  d. decrease; Ritalin

Question 2

A school nurse is caring for an adolescent diagnosed with migraine headaches. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate during an acute migraine?
 
  a. Maintain bright lights in the room.
  b. Administer sumatriptan succinate (Imitrex).
  c. Obtain a complete headache history.
  d. Provide ordered opioid analgesic.


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zhanghao

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

ANS: A
When Ritalin is combined with Coumadin, the result will be an increase in the effect of the Coumadin.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The client will require treatment with Imitrex for relief.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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