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MGLQZ

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You have begun the infusion of a patient's first dose of docetaxel (Taxotere) that has been ordered for the treatment of breast cancer.
 
  The patient's vital signs and level of consciousness were within normal limits prior to administration but shortly after beginning the infusion, the patient has complained of sudden anxiety and shortness of breath. As well, the patient's face has become visibly flushed. What actions should you perform next?
  A) Attempt to calm the patient and then document the event.
  B) Stop the infusion and protect the patient's airway.
  C) Slow the infusion rate and reposition the patient in a supine position.
  D) Administer a dose of diphenhydramine and assess her orientation.

Question 2

An older patient complains of overwhelming daytime fatigue, which the spouse attributes to loud snoring and erratic breathing patterns during the night. Which health problem should the nurse suspect as causing this patient's fatigue?
 
  A) Insomnia
  B) Central sleep apnea
  C) Nocturnal myoclonus
  D) Obstructive sleep apnea


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

B

Answer to Question 2

D
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Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by periods without breathing during sleep and is most often accompanied by snoring. Central sleep apnea is not as frequently marked by snoring and neither insomnia nor nocturnal myoclonus is suggested by the patient's particular signs and symptoms.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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:D TYSM

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