NCLEX-RN
Gastrointestinal NCLEX RN Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the emergency department with an acetaminophen overdose. The primary action of N-acetylcysteine in the treatment of acetaminophen overdose is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: N-acetylcysteine replenishes glutathione, which binds to toxic acetaminophen metabolites, preventing liver damage. It does not inhibit enzymes, enhance renal excretion, or stimulate regeneration directly.
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