A nurse is preparing to administer morphine IV to a client. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to have available?
Neostigmine
Protamine
Naloxone
Flumazenil
The Correct Answer is C
Rationale- When administering morphine intravenously, it is essential to have an opioid antagonist available to reverse the effects of opioids in case of an overdose or adverse reaction. Naloxone is the medication typically used for this purpose. It can quickly reverse the effects of morphine, making it an essential safety measure during opioid administration.
A Neostigmine is used to reverse the effects of certain muscle relaxants,
B Protamine is used to reverse the effects of heparin, and
D Flumazenil is used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines, none of which are relevant in the context of morphine administration.
D-Flumazenil is an antidote for benzodiazepine
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Most shellfish are treated with sulfite which can cause allergic reaction ranging from dermatitis to life-threatening reactions. Glyburide is a sulfonylurea which have cross-reactivity with sulfa containing drugs/foods, therefore, likely to cause an allergic reaction.
A- Excretion of sulfonylureas in breast milk is very minimal and breastfeeding should be continued B-There is no cross reactivity between a streptococcal infection and sulfonylureas C- No relationship between the flu shot and the sulfonylureas as it lacks Sulphur or any related components.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A- Type 2 diabetes is multifactorial- both genetic and lifestyle have a role in its development. Individuals with a positive family history for diabetes are more likely to develop the illness. Exposure to sedentary lifestyle increases the risk even more in these individuals.
This condition is characterized by insulin resistance, where the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, and by a relative insulin deficiency, where the pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin for the body's needs. Lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, can be very effective in managing type 2 diabetes because they can improve the body's sensitivity to insulin and help control blood glucose levels.
Describes type 1 diabetes, where the pancreas produces little to no insulin, which is different from type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes the body produce insulin but is either inadequate or there is increased tissues resistance to insulin
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