A nurse would anticipate that a client receiving a sedative or ...

[Mr.Thesaxman]

A nurse would anticipate that a client receiving a sedative or hypnotic would experience an increased sedative effect if the client was also receiving which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Antihistamines
  B) Phenothiazines
  C) Opioid analgesics
  D) NSAIDs
  E) Anticoagulants

Question 2

A client is prescribed zolpidem. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse would emphasize the need to plan for the proper amount of sleep.
 
  The nurse determines that the teaching plan was successful when the client states that he will plan for how many hours of sleep at night?
 
  A) 5 to 6 hours
  B) 7 to 8 hours
  C) 9 to 10 hours
  D) 11 to 12 hours

[kilada]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C
Feedback:
An increased sedative effect occurs when sedatives or hypnotics are given with antihistamines, phenothiazines, and opioid analgesics.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
With zolpidem it is important that the client plan to have 7 to 8 hours of sleep to reduce the risk of memory loss and confusion with this drug.

[Mr.Thesaxman]

Wow, this really help

[ashely1112]

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