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geodog55

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A client has been prescribed naltrexone for treatment of alcohol dependence. The nurse has explained the drug's purpose to the client. The nurse determines that the client has understood the instructions
 
  when the client identifies which of the following about the drug?
 
  A) Causes itching if alcohol is consumed
  B) Produces the euphoria of alcohol
  C) Reduces the appeal of alcohol
  D) Improves appetite and nutritional status

Question 2

An adolescent client tells a nurse that he or she occasionally sniffs airplane glue. When discussing the effects of long-term use of inhalants, which of the following would the nurse most likely include?
 
  A) Tremors and central nervous system arousal
  B) Enhanced normal heart rhythms
  C) Enhanced attention on focus and memory
  D) Brain damage and cognitive abnormalities


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Naltrexone's effect is unknown. Reports from successfully treated clients suggest three kinds of effects: (1) can reduce craving (the urge or desire to drink), (2) can help maintain abstinence, and (3) can interfere with the tendency to want to drink more if a recovering client slips and has a drink.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Long-term inhalant use is linked to widespread brain damage and cognitive abnormalities that can range from mild impairment to severe dementia. Tremors, central nervous system arousal, and cardiac changes are not associated with long-term inhalant use. Intoxication can lead to cardiac arrest.


geodog55

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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