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krzymel

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Which second-line drug for seizures has a risk for dependence?
 
  a. Clonazepam (Klonopin)
  b. Phenobarbital (Luminal)
  c. Gabapentin (Neurontin)
  d. Lamotrigine (Lamictal)

Question 2

The nurse administers 20 mg of furosemide (Lasix) to a patient by the intravenous (IV) route. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
 
  a. Give the drug slowly over at least 2 minutes.
  b. Check the patient carefully for symptoms of low blood glucose levels.
  c. Mix the drug with potassium chloride to prevent a rapid drop in serum potassium levels.
  d. Monitor the IV site after giving the drug because furosemide causes severe tissue damage if infiltration occurs.


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

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Phenobarbital is a barbiturate drug that is a controlled substance because it can become habit forming, causing drug dependence when used for long periods of time.

Answer to Question 2

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Furosemide is ototoxic (can reduce hearing). This effect is more likely to occur when the drug is administered intravenously at a rapid rate (faster than 10 mg/min).


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