Question 1

Which statement made by a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) requires additional teaching? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant that can cause drowsiness and impair motor skills. Activities such as driving, mowing the lawn, or supervising children at the zoo may be unsafe while taking this medication.

Question 2

Which clients prescribed dantrolene (Dantrium) should the nurse recognize have the greatest risk for liver toxicity? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Clients with a history of liver disease or dysfunction and diabetes are at greater risk for liver toxicity when taking dantrolene. Therefore, the nurse should recognize that the 49-year-old woman with a history of esophagitis and the 38-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes have the greatest risk for liver toxicity when prescribed dantrolene.

Question 3

A client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) one week prior for the treatment of neck spasms reports the medication is not working. Which statements should the nurse provide the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant that is used to treat muscle spasms. It is important to continue taking the prescription as directed by the doctor. Nonpharmacological techniques, such as heat or massage, can be used in conjunction with the prescription to improve the effectiveness of the treatment.

Question 4

The nurse has provided parental education of the treatment plan for the spasticity their 2-year-old is experiencing. Which statements by the parents indicate additional teaching is required? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Spasticity management often requires a combination of treatments, not just medication. Physical therapy should focus on stretching and strengthening, not just flexing. Consistency in therapy is crucial, and skipping sessions can hinder progress.

Question 5

The nurse has provided discharge teaching for a client who had an abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) injection. Which symptoms should the nurse instruct the client to immediately report? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

A client prescribed onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) for muscle spasms states to the nurse, "This prescription will also make my face look younger." Which information should the nurse provide the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The medication is used for a variety of purposes, including reducing muscle spasms and wrinkles. The effects of the medication may take time to become noticeable, and additional treatments may be necessary to maintain the desired results. Side effects of the medication can occur at varying times after treatment.

Question 7

The nurse is reviewing the records of a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix). Which findings should the nurse be most concerned about? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) can interact with alcohol, potentially exacerbating its sedative effects, which is concerning. Additionally, taking cyclobenzaprine with a MAO inhibitor can lead to serious drug interactions, including hypertensive crisis.

Question 8

The nurse suspects that a client is developing malignant hyperthermia. Which is the priority nursing intervention?

Accepted Answer

Rapidly assessing for supporting signs and symptoms is the priority nursing intervention in malignant hyperthermia as it is a medical emergency and early recognition and treatment are crucial. Administering dantrolene, controlling associated symptoms, and discontinuing the triggering prescription are all important interventions, but they are secondary to rapidly assessing the client for signs and symptoms of malignant hyperthermia.

Question 9

A client who experienced malignant hyperthermia is being treated with dantrolene. Which assessment findings should the nurse recognize are an adverse reaction to the treatment? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 21: Drugs for Neuromuscular Disorders

Which statement made by a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) requires additional teaching? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

Which clients prescribed dantrolene (Dantrium) should the nurse recognize have the greatest risk for liver toxicity? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

The nurse has provided discharge teaching for a client who had an abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) injection. Which symptoms should the nurse instruct the client to immediately report? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

The nurse is reviewing the records of a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine (Amrix) . Which findings should the nurse be most concerned about? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

The nurse suspects that a client is developing malignant hyperthermia. Which is the priority nursing intervention?

A client who experienced malignant hyperthermia is being treated with dantrolene. Which assessment findings should the nurse recognize are an adverse reaction to the treatment? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.