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Yi-Chen

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A patient recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is placed on memantine (Namenda). The family asks why this medication is given. Which explanation(s) by the nurse is/are accurate? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Memantine prevents the neurodegeneration of the disease.
  b. Memantine improves word recall.
  c. Memantine increases the ability to do tasks.
  d. Memantine improves sleep.
  e. Memantine increases appetite.

Question 2

Which nursing action is accurate when administering colchicine?
 
  a. Administer the medication subcutaneously.
  b. Maintain fluid intake of at least eight 8-ounce glasses daily.
  c. Increase fiber in the diet to prevent constipation.
  d. Inform the patient that pain will be alleviated in 2 weeks.


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choc0chan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C
Memantine improves cognitive function and behavioral symptoms (word recall, naming objects, language, word finding, and improved ability to do tasks). Memantine does not prevent the neurodegeneration of the disease, improve sleep cycle, or increase appetite.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Monitor intake and output during therapy. Maintain fluid intake at eight to twelve 8-ounce glasses daily. Colchicine should not be administered subcutaneously. Constipation is not an adverse effect with this medication. Pain will subside in less than 2 weeks.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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