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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

Answer and Explanation

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 C

Explanation

When administering phenytoin in suspension, it is essential to shake the container vigorously to ensure that the medication is well mixed and the correct dose of the active ingredient is given.

A. “Chew on sugarless gum or suck on hard sour candies” B. "Discontinue the medication and notify your provider." C. "Place humidifier at your bedside every evening." D. "Administer the medication with food."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Chewing sugarless gum or sucking on hard sour candies can help stimulate saliva production and alleviate the symptoms of dry mouth.
B. Dry mouth is a common side effect of diphenhydramine and can often be managed with simple interventions like chewing sugarless gum. Notifying the provider is not necessary
C. Placing a humidifier at the bedside may help with dry mouth indirectly by increasing moisture in the air, but it's not a direct solution for dry mouth caused by diphenhydramine.
D. Administering the medication with food is not specifically related to managing dry mouth caused by diphenhydramine.

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