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A client with a history of alcoholism requires higher amounts of opioids for pain management. Which phenomena should the nurse suspect is occurring with the client?

A client with multiple sclerosis is taking baclofen. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for this client?

The nurse is caring for a client receiving a statin. Which assessment data should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?

A client has an adverse reaction to a drug following a change in dietary habits. Which reason should the nurse suspect caused the reaction?

A nurse is teaching a class about the use of pain medications for clients who have an opioid addiction. Which of the following medications are a nonopioid analgesic? Select all that apply. 

A client is prescribed to receive a local anesthetic. For which reason should the nurse expect epinephrine to be added to the anesthetic?

The nurse is asked about the first-pass effect. Which organ should the nurse explain is responsible for this action? 

The nurse is caring for a client who overdosed on benzodiazepines. Which antidote should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this client?

A client is learning the difference between potency and efficacy of medications. Which client statement should indicate to the nurse that teaching was effective?

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