While a patient is receiving antilipemic therapy, the nurse knows to monitor the patient closely for the development of which problem?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Antilipemic therapy is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. This type of therapy often places a strain on the liver as it metabolizes and processes the cholesterol-lowering medications. Therefore, patients receiving antilipemic therapy are at an increased risk of developing liver dysfunction. The nurse should monitor the patient closely for signs and symptoms of liver dysfunction, such as jaundice, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and changes in liver function tests. Early detection and intervention can help prevent serious complications associated with liver dysfunction.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The symptoms described in the scenario, along with the patient's history of taking valproic acid, suggest a potential case of valproic acid toxicity. Acetylcysteine is the antidote for valproic acid overdose and should be readily available for treatment in case of toxicity. Acetylcysteine works by replenishing depleted glutathione levels caused by valproic acid toxicity. It helps to prevent further liver damage and can improve outcomes in cases of overdose. Administering acetylcysteine in a timely manner can be crucial in managing valproic acid toxicity.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Clopidogrel is a medication that belongs to the antiplatelet class of drugs. It works by preventing platelets in the blood from sticking together and forming clots, thereby reducing the risk of thromboembolic events, such as heart attacks and strokes. Warfarin (Choice A) is an anticoagulant medication that also helps prevent blood clots, but it works by inhibiting the clotting factors in the blood rather than the platelets. Amlodipine (Choice B) and Nitroglycerine (Choice C) are medications used to treat high blood pressure and angina, respectively, and do not have a direct effect on preventing thromboembolic events.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Flumazenil is the specific antidote for Alprazolam, which is a benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic drug. Flumazenil works by competitively inhibiting the actions of benzodiazepines at the benzodiazepine receptor site on the gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor complex. It effectively reverses the sedative effects of benzodiazepines like Alprazolam, making it the appropriate antidote in cases of benzodiazepine overdose or toxicity. The other options provided (Physostigmine, Protamine sulfate, and Acetylcysteine) are unrelated to Alprazolam and are not indicated as antidotes for this specific drug.

Correct Answer: B

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