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Bernana

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The client is started on Seconal Sodium. He complains to the nurse of dizziness. The highest priority action on the part of the nurse is to call the:
 
  a. pharmacist to clarify the dosage and administer the dosage as ordered.
  b. physician; the client is experiencing a side effect of the medication.
  c. physician; the client is experiencing a life-threatening reaction.
  d. pharmacist for clarification and hold the drug until orders are received.

Question 2

A client is ordered to receive zolpidem tartrate (Ambien) the night before her surgery. The client asks why this is necessary. What is the nurse's response?
 
  a. Clients typically don't sleep well the night before a major surgery.
  b. It will dry up the secretions in your mouth before surgery.
  c. It will help you get the rest you need before your surgery.
  d. It is considered anesthesia and is necessary for your surgery.


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mcomstock09

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

ANS: B
Dizziness is a nonlife-threatening side effect of Seconal Sodium.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
This option best describes the benefits of sleep before surgery and attends to the needs and concerns of the patient.


Bernana

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

robbielu01

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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