Author Question: A client who takes an intermediate- or long-acting hypnotic agent complains to the nurse of ... (Read 48 times)

Marty

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 553
A client who takes an intermediate- or long-acting hypnotic agent complains to the nurse of experiencing residual drowsiness and impaired reaction time on awakening. The nurse recognizes that the client is most likely experiencing which issue?
 
  a. Hangover
  b. Dependence
  c. Tolerance
  d. Depression

Question 2

A client tells the nurse that she no longer wants to take hypnotic agents prescribed to help her sleep. The nurse's instructions are based on the premise that abruptly discontinuing a high dose of hypnotic taken over a long period may lead to which issue?
 
  a. Drug dependence
  b. Drug tolerance
  c. Withdrawal symptoms
  d. Hypnotic rebound



moormoney

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 326
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Hangover occurs when the client is experiencing residual drowsiness and impaired reaction time upon awakening after taking hypnotic agents for a period of time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Withdrawal symptoms occur following hypnotic use.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

All adults should have their cholesterol levels checked once every 5 years. During 2009–2010, 69.4% of Americans age 20 and older reported having their cholesterol checked within the last five years.

Did you know?

Studies show that systolic blood pressure can be significantly lowered by taking statins. In fact, the higher the patient's baseline blood pressure, the greater the effect of statins on his or her blood pressure.

Did you know?

In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.

Did you know?

The shortest mature adult human of whom there is independent evidence was Gul Mohammed in India. In 1990, he was measured in New Delhi and stood 22.5 inches tall.

Did you know?

Signs of depression include feeling sad most of the time for 2 weeks or longer; loss of interest in things normally enjoyed; lack of energy; sleep and appetite disturbances; weight changes; feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or worthlessness; an inability to make decisions; and thoughts of death and suicide.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library