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jCorn1234

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A client who has an allergy to sulfa drugs is given a prescription for Amoxil to treat a urinary tract infection. Which of these actions should the nurse take?
 
  a. Tell the client to take the medication as ordered.
  b. Consult with the health care provider about administering an antihistamine drug 30 minutes prior to each dose of the antimicrobial.
  c. Tell the client to hold the prescription, and inform the health care provider of the allergy.
  d. Ask the pharmacist to verify use of this medicine.

Question 2

Which of these drugs is classified as a central nervous system stimulant?
 
  a. alcohol c. barbiturates
  b. cocaine d. benzodiazepines


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Jordin Calloway

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Antibiotic education for clients should include taking the medication as ordered, until the course is completed.

Answer to Question 2

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Barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and alcohol all depress areas of the central nervous system (CNS). However, if given to a client in pain, excitement rather than sedation may occur. Side effects include drowsiness and residual effects on motor skills. In older adult clients, barbiturates cause excitement, irritability, or delirium. An overdose depresses respirations and causes cyanosis and possibly death. Cocaine is a central nervous system stimulant and acts by enhancing the CNS effects of the body.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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