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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The physician is recommending a benzodiazepine medication for an older adult client who has previously been treated with Valium. The nurse recognizes that which medication would be most appropriate for this client?
 
  a. Librium
  b. Dalmane
  c. Ativan
  d. Equanil

Question 2

The nurse is caring for an older adult client who complains that she has to take multiple medications at various times throughout the day. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention for the nurse to implement with this client?
 
  a. Encourage family members or friends to monitor drug regimen.
  b. Explain the purpose, drug action, and importance of medication.
  c. Develop a chart indicating times to take drugs.
  d. Provide time for questions; reinforce with written information.


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djpooyouma

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

ANS: C
A short-acting benzodiazepine, such as Ativan, would be preferable to any of the other drugs to avoid prolonged sedation and addiction.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The nurse should help the client develop a chart indicating times to take drugs. Space should be provided to mark each drug taken. An organizer or calendar can be used to mark days and weeks.


Mr.Thesaxman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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