ATI RN
RN ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam 2023 With NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of opioid use disorder. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to prevent withdrawal symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Methadone. Methadone is a long-acting opioid agonist that helps prevent withdrawal symptoms in clients with opioid use disorder by reducing cravings and preventing withdrawal symptoms without causing euphoria. Disulfiram (
B) is used for alcohol use disorder, Naloxone (
C) is an opioid antagonist used for opioid overdose reversal, and Bupropion (
D) is an antidepressant that is not indicated for opioid withdrawal. By choosing Methadone, the nurse is providing appropriate pharmacological support for the client's opioid use disorder.
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