For the client with severe acetaminophen toxicity, the nurse should be prepared to administer:
a. N-acetylcysteine (Mucomyst).
b. naltrexone (Trexan).
c. caffeine.
d. magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia).
ANS: A
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A Correct: N-acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen toxicity.
B Incorrect: This is not a treatment for acetaminophen toxicity.
C Incorrect: This is not a treatment for acetaminophen toxicity.
D Incorrect: This is not a treatment for acetaminophen toxicity.
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