The cost of HIV treatment can be prohibitive for any patient. Patients can receive assistance from the:
1. Best Pharmaceuticals for HIV/AIDS Patient Act
2. Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Modernization Act
3. National Institute of Health HIV/AIDS Assistance Fund
4. Centers for Disease Control HIV/AIDS Treatment Fund
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A) Treatment of coronary artery disease B) Insertion of a coronary catheter through the brachial plexus C) The delivery of radiation close to where a stent has been placed. D) The completion of balloon angiography
A high school athlete tells the nurse that a high-protein diet is necessary for strong muscles. The nurse will want to point out to the athlete that:
1. A high protein diet will lead to weight loss so should be avoided. 2. The additional protein will provide extra energy. 3. It is not worth the extra expense. 4. Strong muscles are developed with exercise, not extra protein.
What instruction should the nurse give Raymond about the use of liquid nystatin (Nyamyc)?
A. place all of the suspension in the mouth, then swish and swallow immediately B. sip the suspension over 5 minutes, swishing and swallowing after each sip C. place the suspension in the mouth, then swish for several minutes before swallowing D. use the applicator to paint the medication on the infected sites and swallow the remaining dose
A client tells the nurse, "I take a lot of herbal products. Melatonin and Valerian help sleep, don't they?" The nurse tells the client:
1. "These products are not approved by the FDA, and preparations vary." 2. "Yes, my aunt uses them, and they help her a lot." 3. "No, the studies show they are ineffective as sleep aids." 4. "They have lots of side effects, and you really should throw them away."