Alcohol-drug interaction is rarely a problem for the elderly, because older adults do not use alcohol

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F

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Correct Alcohol-drug interactions do occur because of alcohol use in the older adult.
Incorrect

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When using alcohol hand sanitizer, you should

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A patient with gastric bleeding who has a nasogastric (NG) tube connected to low intermittent suction and is NPO reports a dry mouth and gagging feeling. What action should the nurse take?

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