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khang

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A college student expresses to the health center nurse that he has been taking appetite suppressants for 8 years. The nurse recognizes that long-term use of anorexiants may result in which severe side effect?
 
  a. Heart palpitations
  b. Hypotension
  c. Drowsiness
  d. Abdominal cramps

Question 2

A client states that he is taking an over-the-counter (OTC) appetite suppressant. Clinical teaching should include that:
 
  a. OTC appetite suppressants are safe for daily use.
  b. appetite suppressants should be taken for no more than 4 to 6 months.
  c. an OTC amphetamine group frequently does not cause tolerance or dependence.
  d. appetite suppressants should be taken only with medical approval.


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nickk12214

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

ANS: A
Use of appetite suppressants will result in heart palpitations.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Appetite suppressants should be taken for only 4 to 12 weeks. Their administration should be monitored, and long-term use may lead to dependence.


khang

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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