The nurse is preparing to administer basiliximab [Simulect] to a patient to prevent acute rejection. By which route will the nurse administer the drug?
a. Oral
b. Intramuscular
c. Intravenous
d. Transdermal
C
Basiliximab is used to prevent acute rejection and is administered intravenously.
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1. "Respiration is the intake of air into the lungs." 2. "Respiration refers to the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen at the cellular level." 3. "Ventilation refers to the movement of air in and out of the lungs." 4. "Ventilation refers to very shallow respirations."
A 50-year-old patient is concerned because several firm, deep-red papules have appeared on both legs and the number is increasing. The nurse should recognize these as which type of lesion?
1. Cherry angiomas 2. Venous stars 3. Purpura 4. Spider angiomas
A nurse is providing care for at-risk minority groups in rural America. Which of the following health care needs are appropriate for the nurse to address? (Select all that apply.)
a. Field sanitation b. Infectious diseases c. Maternal care services d. Oral/dental care e. Chronic diseases
The nurse closely monitors an older adult for signs of medication toxicity. Which physiological change is the reason for the nurse's action?
a. Reduced glomerular filtration b. Reduced esophageal stricture c. Increased gastric motility d. Increased liver mass