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bclement10

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An older patient admitted with chest pain is prescribed Restoril 15 mg at bedtime. The usual dosage given to adults is 30 mg. What intervention would the nurse use for this patient?
 
  1. Administer the drug as ordered.
  2. Monitor the patient's renal function.
  3. Ask the physician to change the dosage to 30 mg.
  4. Give the drug and contact the doctor for a second dose if the patient does not fall asleep.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient about the available medications for smoking cessation. All of the following would be appropriate to teach the older person except.?
 
  a. Bupropion SR is an acceptable medication
  b. the patch provides a steady dose of nicotine
  c. inhalers and nose sprays are now available over the counter
  d. gum may help control cravings


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

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Rationale: The rule of thumb for drug prescriptions in older persons is to start low, go slow. Drugs, such as sedatives, are given at one half the recommended adult dosage.

Answer to Question 2

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bclement10

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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