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sheilaspns

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A client has been taking an opioid analgesic for back pain and currently is taking the drug around the clock even with experiencing respiratory depression and passing out. This client's behavior is an example of:
 
  a. pseudoaddiction. c. tolerance.
  b. addiction. d. physical dependence.

Question 2

The nurse would not provide a pain medication through the rectal route for which of the following clients?
 
  a. A 4-year-old child
  b. Client who is immunocompromised
  c. Client who is nauseated
  d. Client who has dysphagia


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Sassygurl126

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


sheilaspns

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

nguyenhoanhat

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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