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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older patient who is hospitalized has been having difficulty sleeping since admission and is prescribed a low dose of zolpidem (Ambien). What does the nurse realize about this medication?
 
  1. Contains the hormone melatonin
  2. Is associated with daytime hangover
  3. Does not adversely alter the sleep architecture
  4. Is safe to use along with diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing with a 78-year-old client the discharge instructions for administration of insulin. In order to adjust to the normal changes experienced with aging, the nurse incorporates which activity into the teaching plan?
 
  A) using tools that repeat the information until the information is understood
  B) giving written materials to compensate for short-term memory losses
  C) providing instruction to relatives so that the client will not need to learn everything
  D) considering holding sessions for longer periods than usual so the client can learn


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bob

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The medication does not contain melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally produced by the pineal gland in the human. Melatonin is sold in pharmacies and health food stores and has been effective in improving sleep in some people.

Answer to Question 2

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Mr3Hunna

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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