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MGLQZ

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A nurse has called an elderly patient's surgeon to question the order for meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol) for pain control.
 
  The nurse's action is prompted by the possibility of what adverse effect associated with the use of Demerol in older adults? A) Confusion
  B) Blood dyscrasias
  C) Gastrointestinal bleeding
  D) Hepatotoxicity

Question 2

Alzheimer's disease is characterized by a decrease in which of the following neurotransmitters?
 
  A) Calcium
  B) Cholinesterase
  C) Acetylcholine
  D) Monoamine oxidase


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

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Demerol is associated with confusion in older adults. It is not noted to cause blood dyscrasias, GI bleeding, or hepatotoxicity.

Answer to Question 2

C


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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