A nurse would monitor a client closely for increased CNS depressant effects when a skeletal muscle relaxant is used concomitantly with which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Antihistamine
B) Oral contraceptives
C) Alcohol
D) Opiates
E) Antidiabetic medications
Ans: A, C, D
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The concomitant use of skeletal muscle relaxants and antihistamines, alcohol, opiates, or sedatives can result in increased CNS depressant effects.
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