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dejastew

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The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with gout who has elevated uric acid levels. Which medication will likely be administered?
 
  a. Allopurinol (Zyloprim)
  b. Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  c. Lactulose (Cephulac)
  d. Memantine (Namenda)

Question 2

Clonidine (Catapres) is used in treating which opioid withdrawal symptom(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Hypertension
  b. Tremors
  c. Agitation
  d. Depression
  e. Sweating
  f. Nausea


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nekcihc358

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Allopurinol blocks the terminal step in uric acid formation by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase. Disulfiram, lactulose, and memantine do not lower uric acid levels.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, E
Clonidine is useful in decreasing tremors, agitation, and sweating associated with opioid withdrawal. Clonidine does not have a hypotensive effect, treat depression, or alleviate nausea.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
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