The client asks the nurse why more than one drug is needed to treat his TB. The most accurate response from the nurse is that single-drug therapy to treat tuberculosis:
a. is effective with fewer side effects.
b. is ineffective because of possible drug resistance.
c. requires a short period to achieve effectiveness.
d. is useful for clients with many allergies.
ANS: B
Multidrug therapy is more effective than single-drug therapy because of problems with drug resistance.
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a. left atrium c. right atrium b. left ventricle d. right ventricle
What is the pathophysiology of a myocardial infarct?
a. A portion of the myocardium necroses and scars over. b. The coronary vessels are narrowed during the attack. c. The ischemic myocardium causes pain during the attack but is able to regenerate. d. There is damage to the myocardium but no serious alteration of cardiac output.
The nurse is satisfied that a tourniquet is placed correctly on the patient's arm when
1. The patient's arm is cool to the touch. 2. The patient is not complaining of discomfort. 3. The arterial pulse distal to the tourniquet is palpable. 4. There is increased visibility of the veins.
The nurse recommends genetic counseling for the children of a patient with
a. nephrotic syndrome b. chronic pyelonephritis c. malignant nephrosclerosis d. adult onset polycystic kidney disease