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chads108

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which sign or symptom displayed by a patient would be indicative of opiate withdrawal?
 
  a. Bradycardia
  b. Diarrhea
  c. Lethargy
  d. Hypothermia

Question 2

Which medication is contraindicated when a patient is taking warfarin (Coumadin)?
 
  a. Aspirin
  b. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  c. Propoxyphene (Darvon)
  d. Morphine (Roxanol)


katheyjon

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

ANS: B
Symptoms of opiate withdrawal include muscular spasms; severe aches in the back, abdomen, and legs; abdominal and muscle cramps; hot and cold flashes; insomnia; nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea; severe sneezing; and increases in body temperature, blood pressure, and respiratory and heart rates. Bradycardia is not a sign of opiate withdrawal; increased heart rate is a sign of opiate withdrawal. Lethargy is not a sign of opiate withdrawal; restlessness is a sign of opiate withdrawal. Hypothermia is not a sign of opiate withdrawal; fever is a sign of opiate withdrawal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Salicylates enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. Acetaminophen, propoxyphene, and morphine are not contraindicated with warfarin use.


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