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newbem

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A patient has been on hydrocodone for 6 months and asks if this medication is addictive. Which would be the nurse's best response?
 
  a. Dependence may develop.
  b. This is not an addictive narcotic.
  c. All medications are addictive.
  d. Taking food with this medication will help.

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding benzodiazepines?
 
  a. These drugs are safe to use in pregnancy.
  b. These drugs may be habit forming.
  c. If a dose is forgotten, double the next dose.
  d. Caffeine enhances the effect.


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sarahccccc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Dependence may develop when opioid products are taken in high doses over long periods of time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Benzodiazepines may be habit forming; the patient should use them for the shortest time possible.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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