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viki

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A client is being treated with an ergot alkaloid medication. Which observation would cause the nurse to contact the primary healthcare provider?
 
  a. Hypertension
  b. Itching
  c. Jugular vein distention
  d. Seizure activity

Question 2

The healthcare provider orders hydroxyzine (Vistaril) for a client in labor. To achieve a positive outcome, the nurse plans to administer the drug via which route?
 
  a. Intradermally
  b. Intravenously
  c. Intramuscularly via Z-track technique
  d. Subcutaneously via Z-track technique


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tennis14576

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

ANS: D
Signs of ergot toxicity (ergotism) include pain in arms, legs, and lower back; numbness; cold hands and feet; muscular weakness; diarrhea; hallucinations; seizures; and blood hypercoagulability.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Hydroxyzine should be administered intramuscularly via Z-track technique. It should not be given intradermally, subcutaneously, or intravenously.


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

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Gracias!

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