A College-Age Student Is Brought to the Emergency Department by Friends

question 7

Multiple Choice

A college-age student is brought to the emergency department by friends after consuming NoDoz tablets along with several cups of coffee and a few energy drinks. The patient is complaining of nausea and diarrhea and appears restless. The nurse understands that

• A) arrhythmias and convulsions may occur.
• B) caffeine dependence does not occur.
• C) effects of the substances will wear off shortly.
• D) severe adverse effects do not occur.

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Definitions:

Familiar

Well known from long or close association, easily recognized or understood based on prior experience.

Unfamiliar

Not known or recognized, often referring to concepts, words, or environments that are not understood due to a lack of experience.

Skeptical

Having doubts or reservations about the truth or reliability of something without sufficient evidence or proof.

Hostile

Exhibiting or marked by unfriendliness or opposition, often creating a challenging or adversarial environment.