Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) to a client with excessive respiratory secretions. Which of the following statements are correct regarding acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
A,C
Rationale
Correct Answer: A, C
Rationale:
A: Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdoses by replenishing depleted glutathione stores in the liver.
C: Acetylcysteine has a sulfurous odor similar to rotten eggs due to the presence of thiol groups.
Incorrect Choices:
B: Acetylcysteine is used for clients with excessive respiratory secretions, so it is beneficial for those with productive coughs.
D: Acetylcysteine is used in cystic fibrosis as a mucolytic agent to break down mucus, not as an alternative classification.
E, F, G: No information provided or applicable to acetylcysteine.
Rationale:
A: Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdoses by replenishing depleted glutathione stores in the liver.
C: Acetylcysteine has a sulfurous odor similar to rotten eggs due to the presence of thiol groups.
Incorrect Choices:
B: Acetylcysteine is used for clients with excessive respiratory secretions, so it is beneficial for those with productive coughs.
D: Acetylcysteine is used in cystic fibrosis as a mucolytic agent to break down mucus, not as an alternative classification.
E, F, G: No information provided or applicable to acetylcysteine.