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bclement10

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on: Jul 24, 2018
For the client receiving droperidol, the nurse should monitor for:
 
  a. orthostatic hypotension. c. narrow-angle glaucoma.
  b. sedation. d. tardive dyskinesia.

Question 2

Excessive fluid intake may lead to constipation.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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

ANS: A, B, D

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Correct a., b., and d. Neuroleptic agents can cause orthostatic hypotension, sedation, and tardive dyskinesia.
Incorrect c. Neuroleptics are not associated with narrow-angle glaucoma.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F

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Correct Inadequate fluid intake can lead to constipation.
Incorrect


bclement10

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

ricroger

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:D TYSM

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