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D2AR0N

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A patient has been taking temazepam
 
  (Restoril) for intermittent insomnia. She calls the nurse to say that when she takes it, she sleeps well, but the next day she feels so tired. Which explanation by the nurse is correct?
  a. Long-term use of this drug results in a sedative effect.
  b. If you take the drug every night, this hangover effect will be reduced.
  c. These drugs affect the sleep cycle, resulting in daytime sleepiness.
  d. These drugs increase the activity of the central nervous system, making you tired the next day.

Question 2

A patient is recovering from a minor
 
  automobile accident that occurred 1 week ago. He is taking cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) for muscular pain and goes to physical therapy three times a week. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for him?
  a. Risk for injury related to decreased sensorium
  b. Risk for addiction related to psychologic dependency
  c. Decreased fluid volume related to potential adverse effects
  d. Disturbed sleep pattern related to the drug's interference with REM sleep


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todom5090

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

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


D2AR0N

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Excellent

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