Author Question: Which change is a common adverse effect of cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)? 1. Alopecia 2. Tongue ... (Read 206 times)

strangeaffliction · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which change is a common adverse effect of cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)?

1. Alopecia
2. Tongue swelling
3. Drowsiness
4. Hypotension

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a class on immunizations for women with newborn infants. The nurse evaluates that learning has occurred when the women make which statements?

1. The immunizations are more effective if they are given closer together.
2. Our babies might have a mild fever and be fussy for a few days.
3. If our babies develop a fever, we must call the doctor immediately.
4. We can give acetaminophen (Tylenol) if our babies have a mild fever.
5. If our babies develop a mild fever, it means an allergic reaction.

Kjones0604 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Alopecia is not an associated adverse effect.
Rationale 2: Tongue swelling is serious, but rare.
Rationale 3: All centrally acting agents have the potential to cause sedation.
Rationale 4: Tachycardia is possible but would likely lead to hypertension, not hypotension.
Global Rationale: All centrally acting agents have the potential to cause sedation. Tongue swelling is serious, but rare. Tachycardia is possible but would likely lead to hypertension, not hypotension. Alopecia is not an associated adverse effect.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: The recommended immunization schedule should be followed. There is no benefit to giving the immunizations closer together.
Rationale 2: A mild fever is a typical reaction to immunizations.
Rationale 3: The physician does not need to be called unless the fever is high.
Rationale 4: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is indicted for relief of mild symptoms.
Rationale 5: A mild fever does not indicate an allergic reaction to the immunization.
Global Rationale: A mild fever is a typical reaction to immunizations. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is indicted for relief of mild symptoms. The recommended immunization schedule should be followed. There is no benefit to giving the immunizations closer together. The physician does not need to be called unless the fever is high. A mild fever does not indicate an allergic reaction to the immunization.