A parasitic infestation caused by the itch mite is termed ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


scabies

Scabies is a parasitic infestation caused by the itch mite.

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The nurse caring for a patient with colorectal cancer is explaining to the patient that it is time to begin preparing for surgery that will occur on the following day

The nurse prepares to administer cephalexin (Keflex) to the patient. What would the nurse inform the patient that the goal of antibiotic administration prior to surgery is? A) Treat any undiagnosed infections. B) Reduce the intestinal bacteria. C) Assist in digestion after surgery. D) Reduce abdominal distention.

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Parents of an infant with slow weight gain ask the nurse if they can feed their baby a highly concentrated formula. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

1. "A higher-concentrated formula could lead to dehydration because of high sodium content; let's discuss other strategies." 2. "An undiluted formula concentrate could be given to help the child gain weight; let's look at brands." 3. "Evaporated milk could be given to the infant instead of the current formula you're using." 4. "A higher-concentrated formula could be given for daytime feedings; let's work on a schedule."

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Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin) is prescribed for an adolescent female patient with acute cystitis. What should the nurse include in the teaching for this patient? (Select all that apply.)

a. "Make sure you tell your prescriber if you might be pregnant." b. "If you experience any tingling or numbness, stop taking the drug and call the clinic immediately." c. "Headaches and drowsiness can occur and are mild side effects." d. "You should not take sulfonamides while taking this medication." e. "Your urine may have a brown tinge while you are taking this drug."

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Concepts of interactionism are evidenced in which of the following statements the nurse makes to the parent of an adolescent hospitalized for an overdose of cocaine and Valium?

1. "Peer pressure is usually responsible for these accidental overdoses." 2. "All behavior has meaning, so we will focus on trying to understand the meaning of the drug use as well as the occurrence of overdose." 3. "Use of Valium probably means your child accidentally overdosed by trying to treat the effects of cocaine." 4. "Adolescence is such a painful time. Rehabilitation programs give kids a chance to get away from their everyday pressures."

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