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Anajune7

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An older adult client says that he has difficulty removing the cap from his medication bottle. He says, That's why I don't always take my medication. The nurse should suggest that he:
 
  a. ask a neighbor to help him remove the bottle cap.
  b. ask the pharmacist to put the drug in a nonchildproof container.
  c. have a family member visit daily to prepare his medications.
  d. ask the healthcare provider not to prescribe drugs that come in childproof bottles.

Question 2

The nurse notes that Cimetidine has been prescribed for an older adult client. The nurse's highest priority would be to call:
 
  a. the physician.
  b. the pharmacist.
  c. the nursing supervisor.
  d. Poison Control.


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

ANS: B
Childproof caps may be difficult to remove for older adults with arthritis or decreased strength or motor function.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Cimetidine is not recommended for the older adult because of its side effects and multiple potential drug interactions. Famotidine, nizatidine, and ranitidine may be prescribed for the geriatric client instead of cimetidine.


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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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