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    Ati n180 pharmacology proctored exam

    A nurse is educating the client about the baclofen. Which of the following responses is a therapeutic use of baclofen?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Relief of spasticity related to cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis: Baclofen is a muscle relaxant that is commonly used to treat spasticity in conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis. B. Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): Baclofen is not used for BPH. C. Treatment of malignant hyperthermia: Baclofen is not used to treat malignant hyperthermia. D. Treatment of alcohol use disorder: Baclofen is not a primary treatment for alcohol use disorder, though some research has explored its use in this context.

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