The nurse is educating the client with histoplasmosis about prevention methods for future exposure. The nurse evaluates that the client needs future instruction if the client states that the possible sources include which of the following?
a. cleaning bird cages c. fruit trees
b. chicken coops d. mushroom cellars
C
Histoplasmosis is a fungal infection caused from bird droppings, chicken coops, soil in the Mississippi, and in caves. It may have been dormant in the body following exposure and becomes prevalent when a client becomes immunosuppressed.
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1. are less expensive. 2. are less invasive. 3. are easier to administer. 4. produce rapid relief.
By reducing the amount of fluid in the body, diuretics work to reduce the amount of ________ the heart has to pump; this effect is helpful for people with CHF.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).