A nurse is planning to administer butorphanol to a client Who is in labor. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to have available to reverse the action of this medication?
Naloxone
Diphenhydramine
Protamine
Atropine
The Correct Answer is A
Butorphanol is a synthetic opioid which can cause respiratory depression. Antidote for opioid is naloxone
B-Diphenhydramine is used to manage allergic reactions C-Protamine is an antidote for heparin
D-Atropine is an anticholinergic agent used in organophosphate poisoning
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
NPH Insulin is an intermediate acting insulin with a peak at 6-14hrs
A. Freezing unopened insulin vials is not recommended, as freezing can denature the insulin and affect its potency. Insulin should be stored in the refrigerator but should not be frozen
B. The insulin should be rotated of rolled between palms to allow for proper mixing before drawing.
Shaking vigorously promotes bubble formation
C. NPH insulin has a normal turbid appearance at neutral pH
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Senna is a laxative that works to stimulate bowel movements by irritating the intestinal lining in clients with constipation. In cases of small bowel obstruction, this can increase the risk of perforation or exacerbate the obstruction in cases.
A. Zolpidem is a sleep medication and is unlikely to affect the bowel obstruction.
B. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cause gastric irritation but is not contraindicated in small bowel obstruction.
C. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor used to reduce stomach acid production and is safe to use in small bowel obstruction.
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