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Mr.Thesaxman

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The nurse is caring for a client who is detoxifying after an opioid overdose. The nurse anticipates that which drug will be given to substitute for the opioid?
 
  a. Nalmefene (Revex)
  b. Naltrexone (ReVia, Depade)
  c. Phenytoin (Dilantin)
  d. Buprenorphine (Subutex)

Question 2

The nurse is aware that some drugs of abuse may cause significant withdrawal effects. The nurse anticipates withdrawal syndromes with which medications? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Cannabinoids
  b. Opioids
  c. Alcohol
  d. Amphetamines
  e. Barbiturates
  f. Anxiolytics


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

ANS: D
Buprenorphine (Subutex) is the only choice that can be used to substitute for the opioid.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, F
Based on the physiological response to the agents, cannabis and barbiturates do not lead to withdrawal symptoms.


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

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