A patient who has undergone a lung transplant has contracted cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis. The nurse expects which drug to be ordered for this patient?
a. Acyclovir (Zovirax)
b. Ganciclovir (Cytovene)
c. Ribavirin (Virazole)
d. Amantadine (Symmetrel)
ANS: B
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The nurse correctly anticipates that the change in position will result in: (Select all that apply.) Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Increased responsibility. 2. Increased autonomy. 3. Increased salary. 4. Decreased hours of work. 5. Decreased workload.
During the preoperative assessment, the patient informs the nurse that he ingests 5 to 10 oz of alcohol each day and has for the last 15 years. What postoperative difficulties can the nurse anticipate for this patient?
A) Delirium tremens immediately following surgery B) Delirium tremens within 72 hours after his last alcohol drink C) Delirium tremens upon administration of general anesthesia D) Delirium tremens 1 week after his last alcohol drink
Which ECG change from baseline should alert the nurse to the possible development of hypokalemia?
A. Inverted QRS complex B. Absent U wave C. Atrial flutter D. Flat T wave
A woman and man who have come to the health clinic begin to argue loudly. "You gave me an STD!" the man yells. The woman screams back, "Not me. I don't have an STD!"
Which of the following statements would be most appropriate for the nurse to say to them? (Select all that apply.) a. "Actually, you're very fortunate to have been tested so you and your partner can begin treatment before more serious damage is done." b. "Some STDs may not have any symptoms, so you need to be tested for other conditions and treated if necessary." c. "Sometimes the test is inaccurate, so before getting too upset, you should ask to be tested again." d. "You may be able to get treatment from your pharmacist so you won't have to be embarrassed like this again."