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Jipu 123

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Of the following sleep disorders in the elderly, which is the most common?
 
  a. restless legs syndrome
  b. insomnia
  c. muscle cramps
  d. nightmares

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The nurse is preparing an educational program about the use of over-the-counter (OTC) medications for residents of an assisted living community. What information should the nurse include in this program? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. OTC medications can be used safely with alcohol.
  2. OTC medications can safely be used with all herbal medications.
  3. A person can accidentally overdose on medications containing acetaminophen.
  4. The use of OTC drugs can result in increased out-of-pocket costs to patients since health insurance usually does not pay for OTC medication.
  5. There is an increased risk of drug interactions with prescribed medications or overdose by the use of an OTC drug identical or similar to a prescribed drug.


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jsm54321

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

B

Answer to Question 2

3,4,5
Rationale: Alcohol can interact with medications, including OTC medications.


Jipu 123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

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