To prevent Wernicke's encephalopathy from heavy alcohol use, the nurse anticipates an order for which medications?
a. Benzodiazepine
b. Thiamine and B complex
c. Vitamins C and D3
d. Klonopin
ANS: B
The B vitamins will prevent or reverse Wernicke's if given early enough. Benzodiazepines are often used to prevent and treat DTs and to decrease respiratory depression and hypertension. Vitamins C and D3 are not related to alcohol withdrawal. Klonopin is administered for hypertension and anxiety related to withdrawal.
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