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schs14

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A patient with multiple sclerosis participates in a rehabilitation program. The patient takes baclofen (Lioresal) to help manage spasticity. How will the baclofen interfere with rehabilitation activities?
 
  1. By producing drowsiness, lethargy, and blurred vision
  2. By causing gastrointestinal distress
  3. By increasing pain associated with activities
  4. By impairing coordinated movements

Question 2

The nurse counsels a patient who is discontinuing baclofen. An important component of patient education is that abrupt discontinuation may cause:
 
  1. weakness.
  2. fatigue.
  3. seizures.
  4. respiratory depression.


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

Correct Answer: 1

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3


schs14

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

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Wow, this really help

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