After receiving diphenhydramine, a patient complains that his ...

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After receiving diphenhydramine, a patient complains that his mouth is very dry. This is not uncommon for patients taking this medication. Which drug effect is this patient experiencing?
 
  a. Side effect
  b. Adverse reaction
  c. Toxic reaction
  d. Supportive effect

Question 2

How should the nurse dispose of the breakfast tray of a patient who requires airborne isolation?
 
  a. Place the tray in a specially marked trashcan inside the patient's room.
  b. Place the tray in a special isolation bag held by a second healthcare worker at the patient's door.
  c. Return the tray with a note to dietary services so it can be cleaned and reused for the next meal.
  d. Carry the tray to an isolation trash receptacle located in the dirty utility room and dispose of it there.

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Answer to Question 1

A
Dry mouth is a side effect of diphenhydramine. Side effects are unintended, often predictable, physiological effects that are well tolerated by patients. Adverse reactions are harmful, unintended, usually unexpected reactions to a drug administered at a normal dosage. They are commonly more severe than are side effects. Toxic reactions are dangerous, damaging effects to an organ or tissue. Supportive effects are intended effects that support the integrity of body functions.

Answer to Question 2

B
Patients who require airborne isolation are served meals on disposable dishes and trays. To dispose of the tray, the nurse inside the room must wear protective garb and place the tray and its contents inside a special isolation bag that is held by a second healthcare worker at the patient's door. The items must be placed on the inside of the bag without touching the outside of the bag.

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