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geodog55

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A patient is being treated for addiction to cocaine and heroin and will begin treatment with naltrexone (ReVia). If the patient uses an opioid after taking this drug, the nurse should expect what effect?
 
  A) The patient will experience a decline in neurological function.
  B) The patient will experience visual disturbances and unpleasant hallucinations.
  C) The patient will not experience the usual physiological effects of opioids.
  D) The patient will experience a sudden onset of nausea and vomiting.

Question 2

A patient has been diagnosed with asthma. Which of the following health education topics is most important?
 
  A) Do not become fatigued. It will trigger asthma attacks.
  B) Exposure to cold temperatures can trigger asthma.
  C) Do not consume foods high in sodium.
  D) Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight will trigger asthma.


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

C
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Naltrexone (ReVia) is a pure opioid antagonist that blocks opioids from occupying receptor sites, thereby preventing their physiologic effects. It will not cause neurological deficits, GI upset, or hallucinations.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Exposure to cold air can exacerbate asthma symptoms due to the bronchoconstriction of airways. Fatigue is not a direct trigger of asthma. The consumption of high quantities of sodium will not trigger asthma. The exposure to direct sunlight will not trigger asthma.


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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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