Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders no. 5076
QUESTION: A client is admitted to the substance abuse unit for alcohol detoxification. Which of the following medications is the nurse most likely to administer to reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?
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O a.) Naloxone (Narcan)
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O b.) Haloperidol (Haldol)
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O c.) Magnesium sulfate
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O d.) Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
RATIONALERATIONALE: Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) and other tranquilizers help reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Haloperidol (Haldol) may be given to treat clients with psychosis, severe agitation, or delirium. Naloxone (Narcan) is administered for opioid overdose. Magnesium sulfate and other anticonvulsant medications are only administered to treat seizures if they occur during withdrawal.NURSING PROCESS STEP: ImplementationCLIENT NEEDS CATEGORY: Physiological integrityCLIENT NEEDS SUBCATEGORY: Pharmacological and parenteral therapiesCOGNITIVE LEVEL: Comprehension
