A Client Who Has Injured His Back and Is in Pain

question 88

Multiple Choice

A client who has injured his back and is in pain from severe muscle spasms is ordered cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) . When the nurse completes the history she finds out that the client had his MAOI discontinued one week ago. Which nursing action is the most important?

• A) Inform the client to watch for added CNS depression.
• B) Inform client not to operate a motorized vehicle.
• C) Hold the Flexeril and notify the health care provider.
• D) Give the Flexeril as prescribed.

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Definitions:

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or bias against someone or something without sufficient knowledge, thought, or reason.

Mirror-Image Perceptions

A psychological concept where parties in conflict each view themselves as ethical and peaceful and view the opposing side as evil or aggressive.

Silence

The absence of any sound or noise; a state or condition marked by a lack of audible sound or communication.

Quietness

Quietness is the state or quality of being free from noise or disturbance, often associated with peace and calm.