To prevent a common risk among older adults who are prescribed proton pump inhibitors, which safety precaution should you recommend?
a. "Be sure to take a daily multivitamin."
b. "Use handrails when going up or down stairs."
c. "Take this drug with food or a full glass of fluid."
d. "Notify your prescriber if you develop belching or gas."
ANS: B
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The Cho family are recent immigrants to the United States. They live with their Aunt Sue and her parents. What is this type of family?
A) Extended B) Nuclear C) Communal D) Blended
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1. Use a mask to avoid inhaling the fumes. 2. Obtain a tongue blade for the application. 3. Give the cream to the client to apply. 4. Put on gloves before the application.