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natalie2426

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What is the best time to administer amphetamines for maximum effectiveness?
 
  a. At bedtime
  b. 1 to 2 hours before sleep
  c. 3 to 4 hours before sleep
  d. 6 to 8 hours before sleep

Question 2

A client discloses to a nurse that he has taken amphetamines for 5 years for weight control. The nurse teaches the client that long-term use of amphetamines lead to:
 
  a. diarrhea.
  b. cardiac dysrhythmias.
  c. urinary retention.
  d. rash.


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

ANS: D
Amphetamines should be given as far from normal sleep time as possible in order to avoid wakefulness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Long-term use of amphetamines can result in cardiac dysrhythmias.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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