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jeka57 [31]
3 years ago
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The client was recently diagnosed with a musculo skeletal disorder and ordered carisoprodol. The nurse completes teaching about

the medication. Which statement by the client indicates a need for more teaching about carisoprodol?
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1 answer:
Artist 52 [7]3 years ago
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Answer:

Possible adverse effect/s of the drug that might need additional teaching:

  • Misuse of the drug may cause addiction, overdose, or death
  • Do not consume alcohol while on the medication
  • It should not be taken by patients who are breastfeeding or with Porphyria

Explanation:

Carisoprodol is <u>muscle relaxant</u> for short-term relief or discomfort for related musculo-skeletal disorders. Taking this drug without doctor's orders <u>may cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms</u>. Taking it <u>with alcohol may increase the risk of sedation</u>, and in overdose, <u>respiratory depression, and death</u>.

The drug is also <u>metabolized in the liver which produces </u><em><u>meprobamate</u></em>, known to cause <u>acute attacks of porphyri</u>a. The drug can also be <u>expressed in breast milk</u> and may cause <u>drowsiness in the infant</u>.

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