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A client with ALS questions the benefit of riluzole, what is the most appropriate response?
A client with ALS questions the benefit of riluzole, what is the most appropriate response?
- Riluzole can completely halt the symptoms of ALS.
- Riluzole can reverse the effects of ALS.
- Riluzole may slow down the progression of ALS. (correct)
- Riluzole is a low cost medication for ALS.
What is the primary action of riluzole?
What is the primary action of riluzole?
- It increases the amount of glutamate in the brain.
- It completely stops the progression of ALS.
- It reduces the amount of glutamate in the brain. (correct)
- It provides a cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Which of the following reflects the client's decision regarding medications?
Which of the following reflects the client's decision regarding medications?
- The client must continue the medication once prescribed.
- The client always has the right to refuse medication. (correct)
- The client can only refuse medications if they have a power of attorney.
- The case manager decides whether the client continues the medication.
The client is concerned about medication costs, what is the best course of action by the nurse?
The client is concerned about medication costs, what is the best course of action by the nurse?
Which of the following statements best explains the benefit of riluzole for clients with ALS?
Which of the following statements best explains the benefit of riluzole for clients with ALS?
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What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)?
What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)?
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting the nerve cells that control voluntary muscle movement. It results in muscle weakness, atrophy, paralysis, and eventually death. There is no cure but some medications can help slow down its progression.
What is Riluzole used for?
What is Riluzole used for?
Riluzole is a medication used to slow the progression of ALS by reducing the amount of glutamate in the brain. Glutamate is an excitatory neurotransmitter involved in nerve cell communication. By reducing the amount of glutamate, it helps protect the motor neurons from damage. However, it does not cure the disease.
What role does glutamate play in ALS?
What role does glutamate play in ALS?
Glutamate acts as a chemical messenger between nerve cells, stimulating their activity. However, high levels of glutamate can be toxic to motor neurons in ALS, leading to their death.
What is the main benefit of taking riluzole for ALS?
What is the main benefit of taking riluzole for ALS?
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Why take medication for ALS if there is no cure?
Why take medication for ALS if there is no cure?
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