A child in traction is having muscle spasms. Which medication does the nurse prepare to administer?
A.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
B.
Diazepam (Valium)
C.
Morphine sulfate (Astromorph)
D.
Oxycodone (Percocet)
ANS: B
Diazepam is a muscle relaxant and is used to treat muscle spasms. The other medications are for pain.
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