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Title: A college-age student is brought to the emergency department by friends after consuming NoDoz ...
Post by: jshuo on Jan 24, 2018
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.


Title: A college-age student is brought to the emergency department by friends after consuming NoDoz ...
Post by: sofpof on Jan 24, 2018
ANS: A
Caffeine and other stimulants can cause cardiac arrhythmias and seizures. Caffeine dependence may occur.