Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
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
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Give acetylcysteine. Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdose as it helps replenish glutathione stores and prevent liver damage. Naloxone (A) is used for opioid overdose, not acetaminophen. Monitoring amylase and lipase (B) is for pancreatitis, not acetaminophen overdose. Obtaining a chest x-ray (C) is not necessary for acetaminophen overdose. Giving acetylcysteine (D) is the priority intervention for acetaminophen overdose to prevent liver toxicity.