The pt developed flu symptoms less than 24 hours ago. Which drug therapy does the nurse expect the health care provider to order at this time?
a. Penicillin therapy
b. Amantadine (Symmetrel)
c. Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
d. IV steroid therapy
Answer: c. Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
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A patient who has been unable to leave his home for more than a month because of symptoms of severe anxiety tells the nurse: "I feel really stupid, a grown man not being able to leave his house.". The most therapeutic reply is:
a. "I don't think it's stupid. You're afraid, it happens.". b. "Many individuals share this situation with you.". c. "You feel stupid because you're afraid to leave home?" d. "I can see how you might feel that way.".
A patient living in the United States for 10 years is distressed about not "fitting in" with American society. What aspects of acculturation will the nurse discuss with this patient?
A. Socialization B. Acculturation C. Assimilation D. Ethnicity E. Heritage consistency
Which statement made by a client prescribed to use a DPI indicates the need for more instruction?
A. "I will not exhale into the inhaler." B. "I will keep the inhaler in the drawer of my bedroom dresser." C. "I will wash the inhaler mouthpiece daily with soap and water." D. "I will inhale twice as hard through this inhaler as I do with my aerosol inhaler."
When teaching a client about diet changes, the nurse knows it is better to emphasize which of the following?
A) Good versus bad B) More healthy versus less healthy C) Low carbs and fats versus high carbs and fats D) Calorie counting