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Ebrown

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A patient in a motor vehicle accident was brought into the emergency department for his injuries. After x-rays were done, the patient was found to have a fractured pelvis. Which drug would the nurse expect the physician to order for this patient
 
  because of his acute pain?
  a.
  Meperidine (Demerol)
  b.
  Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  c.
  Propoxyphene (Darvon-N)
  d.
  Morphine sulfate

Question 2

What is the mechanism of action for antimigraine agents?
 
  a. Blocking parasympathetic nerve impulses
  b. Increasing cerebral blood flow
  c. Constricting dilated cerebral arteries
  d. Exerting a sympathomimetic effect


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tashiedavis420

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

ANS: D
Morphine is used a great deal in acute care and in the hospice setting for dying patients who have severe pain.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Adrenergic-blocking agents dilate the veins in smooth-muscle tissue in the peripheral vascular system and the uterus. This reduces cerebral blood flow and arterial pulsing, which reduces the headache pain.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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