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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Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Grapefruit juice interacts with cyclosporine slowing down it's metabolism and excretion which can lead to increase blood levels potentially leading to toxicity. Clients taking cyclosporine should avoid consuming grapefruit juice.
B, C, D- smoked salmon, pepperoni, and orange juice do not typically have significant interactions with cyclosporine.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
The client should hold breath for 5- 10 seconds after inhalation. This duration allows for optimal exposure of the drug to the airway epithelium. This allows for adequate response to the bronchodilator.
A- The client should wait 2 mins between inhalations to allow for optimal absorption of the medication
B- The client should inhale during release of medication to allow entry into the lungs.
D- The client should inhale the medication slowly and deeply over about 3-4 seconds. This ensures that the medication reaches deep into your lungs where it is needed.
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