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The target dose for Donepezil (Aricept) is:
 
  a. 5 mg po daily
  b. 10 mg po daily
  c. 20 mg po daily
  d. 30 mg po daily

Question 2

The nurse is assessing an 88-year-old client who was recently admitted to the hospital for repair of a fractured hip, which occurred this morning after a fall.
 
  In reviewing the medication history it is discovered that the client is on 22 different prescribed medications and states she sees five different healthcare providers for her care. Some of the medications are similar in their indication and usage. The nurse determines from this information that the client has
  A) multiple conditions requiring all of the medications prescribed.
  B) a situation of polypharmacy, and a detailed history of all drugs is warranted.
  C) cognitive impairment, and the client just does not remember what drugs she is taking.
  D) the fall was unrelated to the medications prescribed.



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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