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Before administering dantrolene to a client, the nurse checks the client's medical history for possible contraindications for use. Which condition would the nurse identify as problematic? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Hypertension
  B) Atrial fibrillation
  C) Hepatic disease
  D) Diabetes
  E) Lactation

Question 2

A client comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. The client is prescribed lamotrigine for seizure control. The nurse suspects that the client may be experiencing Stevens-Johnson syndrome based on which of the following?
 
  A) Complaints of muscle pain
  B) Lesions on the mucous membranes
  C) Blisters on the face and neck
  D) Recurrence of seizure activity
  E) Dizziness



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C, E
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The use of dantrolene is contraindicated during lactation and in clients with active hepatic disease and muscle spasm caused by rheumatic disorders.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is manifested by fever, cough, muscular aches and pains, headache, and lesions of the skin, mucous membranes, and eyes; the lesions appear as red wheals or blisters, often starting on the face, in the mouth, or on the lips, neck, and extremities. Recurrence of seizure activity and dizziness are not associated with this condition.




DyllonKazuo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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