A client is admitted for an overdose of amphetamines.
When assessing this client, nurse Pauleen should expect to see:
a- Tension and irritability
b- Slow pulse
c- Hypotension
d- Constipation
Answer A.
An amphetamine is a nervous system stimulant that is subject to abuse because of its ability to produce wakefulness and euphoria.
An overdose increases tension and irritability.
When assessing this client, nurse Pauleen should expect to see:
a- Tension and irritability
b- Slow pulse
c- Hypotension
d- Constipation
Answer A.
An amphetamine is a nervous system stimulant that is subject to abuse because of its ability to produce wakefulness and euphoria.
An overdose increases tension and irritability.
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