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The Neurological System 1 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is a key side effect a nurse should monitor for in a client taking phenytoin?✔✔ Gingival hyperplasia
Which neurotransmitter is increased by donepezil in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease?✔✔ Acetylcholine
Why should a patient taking carbamazepine report a new skin rash immediately?✔✔ It may indicate Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What is a serious adverse effect of valproic acid that requires liver function monitoring?✔✔ Hepatotoxicity
What is the most appropriate action if a client taking diazepam becomes overly sedated?✔✔ Notify the provider immediately and monitor respiratory rate 1 / 2
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What is one common central nervous system side effect of baclofen?✔✔ Drowsiness
Why should patients taking selegiline avoid foods high in tyramine?✔✔ To prevent hypertensive crisis
What is the expected therapeutic effect of levodopa/carbidopa in Parkinson’s disease?✔✔ Improved voluntary movement and decreased tremors
Which medication is used to abort an active migraine attack?✔✔ Sumatriptan
What is the priority vital sign to monitor when administering diazepam intravenously?✔✔ Respiratory rate
Which lab value should be monitored during long-term valproic acid therapy?✔✔ Liver function tests (ALT, AST)
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