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jeatrice

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A client is receiving a serotonin antagonist and a corticosteroid as premedications for chemotherapy. The nurse understands these agents are used in this circumstance to:
 
  a. prevent chemotherapy-induced inflammation of the hypothalamus.
  b. treat chemotherapy-induced loss of hair and nausea and vomiting.
  c. prevent acute and delayed nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
  d. prevent adverse effects of chemotherapy drugs.

Question 2

After instructing the client prescribed zolpidem tartrate, which of the following comments by the client indicates his understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I need to have a follow-up visit with my doctor in a week.
  b. If I take a nap during the day, the medication will work better at bedtime.
  c. If I can't sleep after taking one pill, I can take another one.
  d. I can buy this medication without a prescription.


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DylanD1323

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

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
B Incorrect: These drugs do not have this action.
C Correct: This is the rationale for this regimen.
D Incorrect: This regimen addresses the nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, but not other adverse effects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: The client should be re-evaluated after 7-10 days.
B Incorrect: Daytime napping often interferes with nighttime sleeping.
C Incorrect: This is not the usual method of prescribing this agent.
D Incorrect: This is a prescription agent.


jeatrice

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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