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j.rubin

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A patient exhibits ptosis of both eyes, and the provider orders edrophonium (Tensilon). The nurse notes immediate improvement of the ptosis. The nurse understands that this patient most likely has which disorder?
 
  a. Cerebral palsy
  b. Multiple sclerosis
  c. Muscle spasms
  d. Myasthenia gravis

Question 2

The nurse provides teaching to a patient who will begin taking cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) to treat muscle spasms. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  a. I may experience dizziness and drowsiness when I take this drug.
  b. I should not consume alcohol while taking this medication.
  c. I should take this medication with food to decrease stomach upset.
  d. I will take this medication for three weeks and then stop taking it.


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jaykayy05

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

ANS: D
Improvement of symptoms after administration of edrophonium is diagnostic for myasthenia gravis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
This medication should not be stopped abruptly. Patients may experience dizziness and drowsiness. Alcohol will compound the central nervous system sedative effects. To decrease gastrointestinal upset, the nurse should counsel the patient to take it with food.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thank you!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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