Administration of an antibiotic may alter the patient's normal bacterial flora of the oral cavity, genital tract, and gastrointestinal tract and may predispose the patient to an infection with an antibiotic-resistant microorganism
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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When infusing a large number of banked red blood cells (RBCs), the nurse may give a calcium replacement because
A) GI bleeding causes hypocalcemia. B) extra calcium is needed during a stressful event. C) the preservative in the product binds with calcium. D) hypoperfusion to the parathyroids affects the calcium levels.
Allergy shots, which are injections with an allergen solution, makes use of the theory of
a. naturopathy. b. homeopathy. c. chiropractic. d. shiatsu.
Which most accurately defines quality of care?
A) Degree to which health services increase the likelihood of desired outcomes and are consistent with current knowledge B) Improvement of what is wrong or unsatisfactory C) Economic approach or analysis tool used to evaluate the effectiveness of a treatment or intervention D) Presence of a variety of ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds of the workers in a specific area such as the health sector
A patient with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax). What should the nurse include when instructing the patient about this medication? Select all that apply.
A. This medication has a gradual response and continues for months after the drug is stopped. B. Take vitamin C supplements as instructed for bone mineralization. C. Take the medication with orange juice one hour after food. D. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking medication. E. Report new or worsening heartburn, and difficult or painful swallowing.