This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A 72-year-old man who is unable to sleep since admission into the hospital is given a hypnotic ... (Read 41 times)

acc299

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 569
A 72-year-old man who is unable to sleep since admission into the hospital is given a hypnotic medication at 9 PM. The nurse finds the patient drowsy and confused at 10 AM the next day. The nurse is aware that this behavior is most likely due to
 
  A) decreased hepatic function.
  B) a toxic effect.
  C) an allergic reaction.
  D) increased renal function.

Question 2

A nurse who works at an outpatient mental health clinic follows numerous clients who have schizophrenia, many of whom are being treated with olanzapine (Zyprexa).
 
  Which of the following clients likely has the highest susceptibility to the adverse effects of olanzapine?
  A) A client who is morbidly obese and who has a sedentary lifestyle
  B) A client who has type 1 diabetes and who practices poor glycemic control
  C) A client who has a body mass index of 16.5 (underweight) and who smokes one pack of cigarettes daily
  D) A client who was recently treated with intravenous antibiotics because of cellulitis in his lower leg



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

chem1s3

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B




acc299

  • Member
  • Posts: 569
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


laurnthompson

  • Member
  • Posts: 334
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

Did you know?

This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.

Did you know?

Recent studies have shown that the number of medication errors increases in relation to the number of orders that are verified per pharmacist, per work shift.

Did you know?

The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.

Did you know?

Always store hazardous household chemicals in their original containers out of reach of children. These include bleach, paint, strippers and products containing turpentine, garden chemicals, oven cleaners, fondue fuels, nail polish, and nail polish remover.

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