CBT-I for Cancer Insomnia — SCE Palliative Medicine MCQ

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A patient receives levomepromazine 30 mg/24 hours by CSCI and develops painful site inflammation. Which diluent may be better tolerated at doses above 25 mg?

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Correct answer: E — Sodium chloride 0.9%

Explanation lettering: C = shown as A · A = shown as C

E is correct. Sodium chloride 0.9% may be better tolerated than water for injection for levomepromazine doses above 25 mg, while compatibility is checked.

Reference: Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines: levomepromazine: https://www.rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/scottish-palliative-care-guidelines/medicine-information/levomepromazine/