When planning care for a patient that has a history of alcohol abuse, the nurse recognizes which of the following medication(s) will interact with alcohol? (Select all that apply.)
a. Analgesics c. Antidepressants
b. Antibiotics d. Antipyretics
A, B, C
Many drugs that older adults use for chronic illnesses cause adverse effects when combined with alcohol. Alcohol interacts with at least 50% of prescription drugs. (Naegle, 2008) Medications that interact with alcohol include analgesics, antibiotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, benzo-diazepines, H2-receptor antagonists, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and herbal medications (e.g., Echinacea, valerian). Acetaminophen taken on a regular basis, when combined with alcohol, may lead to liver failure. Alcohol diminishes the effects of oral hypoglycemics, an-ticoagulants, and anticonvulsants. All older people should be given precise instructions regarding the interaction of alcohol with their medications.
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1. Postural hypotension when the client stands for the first time 2. Muscle weakness 3. Increased risk for pneumonia 4. Boredom 5. Facial edema
A parent remarks, "My 18-month-old daughter carries her blanket around everywhere. Is this normal?" What is the best explanation a nurse who has an understanding of toddler development might give?
a. She carries her blanket because she is ritualistic. b. Carrying her favorite blanket is self-consoling behavior. c. This behavior can be discouraged by offering new toys to the child. d. This could be indicative of emotional distress.
Which intervention should the nurse implement for a gastroscopy?
1. Remove the client's dentures. 2. Suction client every 5 minutes 3. Provide oral fluids immediately. 4. Position the client upright in bed.
A nurse is teaching childbirth education classes to a group of pregnant teens. Which strategy would promote learning by the young women?
1. Avoiding the discussion of uncomfortable procedures like vaginal exams and blood tests 2. Focusing the discussion on baby care rather than labor and delivery 3. Providing more extensive teaching and a forum for verbalization of fears and concerns 4. Having the classes at a location other than high school to reduce their embarrassment