An alcoholic client has been consuming excessive amounts of cola and chocolate. The healthcare provider advises against disproportionate use of over-the-counter preparations containing caffeine
What should the nurse tell the client about the effect of caffeine in the body? A) Causes extreme sleepiness
B) Leads to respiratory depression
C) Adds to the depressive effect of alcohol
D) Decreases the volume of urine
C
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Caffeine increases the depressive effect of alcohol. Overuse of caffeine can cause sleeping difficulties instead of extreme sleepiness. Caffeine is often used as a respiratory stimulant. It acts as a diuretic and does not decrease the urine volume.
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