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washai

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In discussing the rationale of using methadone to ease opioid withdrawal, the nurse would explain that it:
 
  1. has a shorter duration of action than other opioids.
  2. is a nonopioid agent.
  3. can prevent abstinence syndrome.
  4. lacks cross-tolerance with other opioids.

Question 2

The nurse leads a seminar about current drugs of abuse. As part of a discussion of the risks of various drugs, a major risk of MDMA is:
 
  1. addiction.
  2. hypothermia.
  3. hypotension.
  4. neurotoxicity.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

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Correct Answer: 4




washai

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


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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