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kellyjaisingh

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse has conducted a medication reconciliation of a new client and notes that the client has taken both benzodiazepines and buspirone over the past several months. The nurse would be justified in believing that the client has a history of:
 
  A) Depression
  B) Psychosis
  C) Anxiety
  D) Mania

Question 2

A client is being treated for depression with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). The nurse should prioritize assessments related to what adverse effect?
 
  A) Exophthalmia
  B) Sexual dysfunction
  C) Liver failure
  D) Myopathy


Mollythedog

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
Benzodiazepines and buspirone have the pharmacologic effects of anxiolysis, sedation, centrally mediated muscle relaxation, and elevation of the seizure threshold. Both are commonly used in the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
SSRIs block neuronal transport of serotonin, which stimulates many postsynaptic receptor sites and probably contributes to associated side effects. These include nausea, vomiting, weight changes, agitation or restlessness, and delayed or impaired orgasm. Liver failure, myopathy, and exophthalmia are not associated with SSRI treatment.


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