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Your patient, who has a history of depression, rammed his car into a light pole, sustaining multiple contusions and abrasions. The patient is taking amitriptyline (Elavil) four times a day and diazepam (Valium) as needed. The patient is placed on cyclobenzaprine for muscle spasms of the neck and back. What precautions would you take with this patient?

   Your patient, who has a history of depression, rammed his car into a light pole, sustaining multiple contusions and abrasions. The patient is taking amitriptyline (Elavil) four times a day and diazepam (Valium) as needed. The patient is placed on cyclobenzaprine for muscle spasms of the neck and back. What precautions would you take with this patient?

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Drug Therapy in Nursing

Drug Therapy in Nursing

Diane S.… 4th Edition

Chapter 20, Problem 2

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Assess the patient's mental state: Given the patient's history of depression and the recent incident of ramming the car into a light pole, it is important to assess the patient's current mental state. Look for signs of increased depression, suicidal thoughts, or Show more…

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Your patient, who has a history of depression, rammed his car into a light pole, sustaining multiple contusions and abrasions. The patient is taking amitriptyline (Elavil) four times a day and diazepam (Valium) as needed. The patient is placed on cyclobenzaprine for muscle spasms of the neck and back. What precautions would you take with this patient?

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