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A child with cerebral palsy and spasticity is being treated with baclofen (Lioresal). Because drowsiness is a side effect, the nurse plans to administer the medication:
 
  a. during meals.
  b. a half-hour before physical therapy.
  c. during morning care.
  d. at bedtime.

Question 2

A client with chronic and progressive multiple sclerosis is ordered to receive cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) to decrease symptoms. Based on this class of drug, which nursing diagnosis is a priority during this treatment?
 
  a. Risk for injury owing to seizure activity
  b. Risk for infection owing to immunosuppression
  c. Risk for constipation owing to neurotoxicity
  d. Risk for deficient fluid volume owing to diuresis



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rleezy04

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse correctly gives this medication at bedtime so that the drowsiness does not interfere with the client's routine.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Cytoxan is an immunosuppressant and may cause life-threatening neutropenia.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


ricroger

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

 

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