A patient is diagnosed with a type IV delayed hypersensitivity reaction. For which reason did this type of reaction occur?

A. Latex allergy
B. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
C. Reaction to a wasp sting
D. Serum sickness


Answer: A

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If the nurse suspects that a patient has delirium, which of the following factors should be further investigated?

a. UTI b. medications c. oxygen saturation d. all of the above

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Two dietary supplements that are promoted to improve cognitive functioning are

A. creatine and androstenedione B. St. John's wort and creatine C. gingko biloba and ginseng D. opium and cocaine

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Patients are discharged earlier from hospitals to reduce health care costs.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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