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justinmsk

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on: Jul 8, 2018
A client has been prescribed opioid analgesics. The client asks the nurse how long before the sedation will subside. The nurse should tell the client what time frame?
 
  A) 24 to 48 hours
  B) 48 to72 hours
  C) 72 to 96 hour
  D) 1 week

Question 2

A client is receiving adjuvant medications to increase the effectiveness to treat the pain associated with end-stage prostate cancer. Which exemplifies an adjuvant medication?
 
  A) Opioids
  B) Corticosteroids
  C) Antihistamines
  D) Antivirals


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AngeliqueG

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
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Many clients experience sedation when opioid analgesics are initiated; however, this effect should subside within 24 to 48 hours. If this condition continues after 24 to 48 hours, and clinicians have checked and managed other correctable causes, the client may require a psychostimulant.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
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Adjuvant medications are those used along with analgesics to increase the effectiveness of the drugs to treat pain and associated symptoms. Adjuvant medications include muscle relaxants, corticosteroids, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and topical medications. Opioids are typically used for moderate-to-severe pain when nonopioid medications have not been effective. Antihistamines and antivirals are not pain medications.


justinmsk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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