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Yi-Chen

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What adjustment should you expect to be made for an 82-year-old patient who is newly prescribed chloral hydrate for insomnia?
 
  a. Seizure precautions should be implemented.
  b. The first dose should be given with a meal or a substantial snack.
  c. The initial dose should be lower than that for a younger adult.
  d. The patient should have continuous electrocardiography monitoring.

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What is the most important precaution to teach a patient who is prescribed a drug for insomnia?
 
  a. Avoid drinking fluids with caffeine before bedtime.
  b. Rinse your mouth frequently with water or saline.
  c. Avoid driving within 8 hours of taking this drug.
  d. Do not take this drug for more than 1 week.


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bdobbins

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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