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lunatika

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A client has been prescribed a nonopioid analgesic for mild-to-moderate pain. The client has normal liver function. What is the maximum recommended amount of acetaminophen for this client to take per day to avoid liver damage?
 
  A) 2 g
  B) 3 g
  C) 4 g
  D) 5 g

Question 2

The nurse cares for a hospice client who reports pain from nerve damage related to diabetic neuropathy. She rates the pain at 9 out of 10. Which medication should she expect the physician to order for this client?
 
  A) Antidepressant
  B) Muscle relaxant
  C) Low doses of opioid
  D) High doses of opioid


paavo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
Clients with normal liver function should take no more than 4 g or less daily to avoid liver damage. It is essential to use with caution in those with liver disease or significant alcohol use.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
The client has neuropathic pain; mild pain (13 on the 010 scale) requires the use of adjuvant drugs (nonopioid medications such as antidepressants and muscle relaxants). Moderate pain (46 on the pain scale) necessitates the use of low doses of opioids; the use of nonopioids and adjuvants may continue. Severe pain (710) requires the use of higher opioid doses.


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lunatika

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Reply #2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Thank you :)


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Happy to help you


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