A client with a tracheostomy has difficulty removing excessive, thick mucus from the respiratory tract. The nurse expects that which drug will be ordered to aid in the removal of mucus?
Diphenhydramine
Benzonatate
Guaifenesin
Dextromethorphan
The Correct Answer is C
A. Is an antihistamine
B, D-Benzonatate and Dextromethorphan are cough suppressants
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
D. Therapeutic index refers to the doses that results in desired outcome with adverse effects. It is between the safe and toxic levels. Narrow therapeutic level means the two are very close.
A. How effective a drug is termed as efficacy
B. Such a drug does not exist as it is not safe
C. Effectiveness of very small dose is termed as potency
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. It is expected and should be observed for reaction

B. Reporting is not necessary as it is expected
C,D. Massaging the area or applying heat interferes with the test results.
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