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A client with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is prescribed riluzole (Rilutek). What will the nurse instruct the client about this medication?


1. It reduces the degeneration of neurons.
2. It should be taken every 12 hours on an empty stomach.
3. The client should avoid high-fat meals before or after taking the medication.
4. Headache and dizziness are common reactions to this medication.
5. Paralytic ileus is a life-threatening adverse effect of this medication.
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Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice

Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice


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This question gave me a hard time, problem solved with your reasoning lol
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Glad to help, definitely don't give up, they're easy once you get a hang of it.
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