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dakota nelson

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A nurse prepares to collect a health history for a patient with narcolepsy. Which strategy should be used to complete this assessment?
 
  1. Provide a structured form for the patient to complete in writing.
  2. Seek information from significant others rather than the patient.
  3. Use the patient's past medical records to locate important information.
  4. Use short, focused interview sessions with active participation by the patient.

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When teaching a patient who has been prescribed modafinil, the nurse should explain that this drug differs from the more traditional amphetamines in that it:
 
  1. has a higher abuse potential.
  2. will not disrupt nighttime sleep.
  3. is safer for patients with liver disease.
  4. is approved for narcolepsy.


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tofugiraffe

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

Correct Answer: 4

Answer to Question 2

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dakota nelson

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

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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