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xclash

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on: Jul 24, 2018
When instructing a client receiving pyridostigmine about self-administration at home, which client comment indicates that the client understands the teaching?
 
  a. If I miss a dose of my medicine I should double-up for the next dose.
  b. I must take my medication exactly on time.
  c. I will need to have routine pyridostigmine blood levels drawn.
  d. If I develop a skin rash, I will immediately stop taking the drug.

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with RLS (restless legs syndrome). The nurse anticipates which of the following agents specifically approved for the treatment of RLS to be prescribed for this client?
 
  a. methocarbamol c. ropinirole
  b. carbidopa d. metaxalone


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jesse.fleming

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

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: The client should never administer a higher dose of this medication than prescribed.
B Correct: This medication must be taken exactly on time, so comment indicates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This is not routine monitoring.
D Incorrect: This medication should not be stopped without consulting the health care provider.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not specifically approved to treat RLS.
B Incorrect: This is not specifically approved to treat RLS.
C Correct: This is specifically approved to treat RLS.
D Incorrect: This is not specifically approved to treat RLS.


xclash

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help

Joy Chen

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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