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nautica902

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with a diagnosis of serotonin syndrome. Which type of medication will most likely be included in the plan of treatment?
 
  a. Antihypertensive medications
  b. Intravenous (IV) therapy
  c. Antianxiety medications
  d. Sedatives

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Which characteristic(s) increase(s) the probability of suicidal ideations in a depressed patient? (Select all that apply.)


Eunice618

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Serotonin syndrome is a potential life-threatening condition that could start 30 minutes to 48 hours after taking the medication. Symptoms include change of mental status, increase in pulse and fluctuation in blood pressure, loss of muscular coordination, and hyperthermia. Treatment includes stopping medication, administering IV fluids, and decreasing temperature.

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