Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client admitted for an acetaminophen overdose. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate implementing?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Give acetylcysteine. Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdose as it helps prevent liver damage. The nurse should anticipate implementing this prescription to counteract the toxic effects of acetaminophen on the liver. Monitoring amylase and lipase (Choice A) is not necessary for acetaminophen overdose. Obtaining a chest x-ray (Choice C) is not indicated for acetaminophen overdose. Administering naloxone (Choice D) is used for opioid overdose, not acetaminophen overdose.