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A patient is administered the opioid antagonist naloxone (Narcan) for respiratory depression and a state of unresponsiveness. How does naloxone work?
 
  A) Synergism
  B) Breakthrough
  C) Tolerance
  D) Displacement

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A nurse is aware of the importance of adhering to the intended route of a medication. Which of the following drugs are formulated to be absorbed through the skin?
 
  A) Amoxicillin, tetracycline, and penicillin
  B) Clonidine, fentanyl, and nitroglycerin
  C) Digoxin, lidocaine, and propranolol
  D) Insulin, heparin, and morphine



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Answer to Question 1

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Some drugs are formulated in adhesive skin patches for absorption through the skin. Clonidine, fentanyl, and nitroglycerin are examples of drugs that are formulated in adhesive skin patch form to be absorbed through the skin. Amoxicillin, tetracycline, and penicillin are administered orally. Digoxin and propranolol are administered orally, and lidocaine can be administered intravenously, subcutaneously, or topically. Insulin and heparin are administered intravenously and subcutaneously. Morphine is administered orally, intramuscularly, and intravenously.




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