The nurse creates a plan of care for a 70-year-old patient with Herpes zoster (shingles). The treatment plan includes analgesics, corticosteroids, and a topical cream for the pain
In addition to treating the viral infection and pain, which of the following final objectives should this plan include? A) Preventing recurrence
B) Preventing postherpetic neuralgia
C) Evaluating underlying lymphoma
D) Evaluating possible immune deficiency
B
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The treatment of herpes zoster has three major objectives: (1) treatment of the acute viral infection, (2) treatment of the acute pain associated with herpes zoster, and (3) prevention of postherpetic neuralgia. The elderly are at increased risk for postherpetic neuralgia.
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A nurse is using life care planning when working with a client. Which of the following would be the most appropriate time for this to be used?
a. When organizing a timeline of life events b. When documenting client information and requests c. When assessing present and future client needs d. When estimating future costs for medical care
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A) independently fund the entire testing process. B) make the results of the testing process publicly available. C) include women and minorities in the testing process. D) exclude any potential for financial gain during the testing process.