NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The client taking paroxetine telephones the mental health clinic nurse and states, “Since I started taking St. John's wort, I have had a high fever and muscle stiffness, and I am sweating a lot.†Which statement is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever, muscle stiffness (rigidity), and diaphoresis are symptoms of serotonin syndrome, a potentially fatal condition that may occur with concurrent use of St. John's wort and paroxetine (Paxil). The client should be taken to the ED.
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