A patient who drinks more than 10 alcoholic beverages per day is admitted to the hospital. Twelve hours after admission, the nurse should assess the patient for abstinence syndrome which manifests as 1 2 3

Muscle cramps, tremors, and tachycardia

Hyperventilation, chest pain, and ptosis

Increased urination, dry cough, and hypothermia

Epistaxis, ascites, and exophthalmos

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale: Abstinence syndrome (withdrawal) from alcohol is characterized by symptoms such as muscle cramps, tremors, and tachycardia.
Choice B rationale: Hyperventilation, chest pain, and ptosis are not typical manifestations of alcohol withdrawal.
Choice C rationale: Increased urination, dry cough, and hypothermia are not characteristic of alcohol withdrawal.
Choice D rationale: Epistaxis, ascites, and exophthalmos are not specific to alcohol withdrawal and may indicate other health issues.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Propofol is formulated in a lipid emulsion that can increase the serum triglyceride levels and cause pancreatitis, especially in patients with preexisting hyperlipidemia.
Choice B rationale: History of hyperlipidemia is not typically associated with an increased risk of adverse effects with propofol infusion.
Choice C rationale: History of breast cancer is not directly associated with an increased risk of adverse effects with propofol infusion.
Choice D rationale: History of arthritis is not directly associated with an increased risk of adverse effects with propofol infusion.

A. Shallow breathing B. Diarrhea C. Urinary retention D. Hypotension

Correct Answer is ["A","C","D"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Meperidine can cause respiratory depression, leading to shallow breathing.
Choice B rationale: Diarrhea is not a common effect of meperidine.
Choice C rationale: Meperidine can cause urinary retention.
Choice D rationale: Meperidine can cause hypotension.

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A patient who drinks more than 10 alcoholic beverages per day is admitted to the hospital. Twelve hours after admission, the nurse should assess the patient for abstinence syndrome which manifests as 1 2 3

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Correct Answer is A

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","D"]

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