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When a patient is admitted with an overdose of an opioid narcotic, the nurse should anticipate an order for which drug to reverse the effects of the narcotic?
 
  a. Clonidine
  b. Narcan
  c. Orlaam
  d. Methadone

Question 2

Although the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) increases the cost of care, what is a benefit that it provides for long-term care?
 
  a. It ensures a safe environment for personnel.
  b. It ensures that medications are administered safely.
  c. It ensures that food is prepared safely.
  d. It ensures safe ambulation and transportation of patients.


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

ANS: B
Opioid overdose treatment involves administering Narcan as prescribed to reverse the effects of the narcotic.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The OSHA guidelines significantly increase costs, but they also ensure a safe environment for personnel, which is mandatory today.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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