A patient asks the nurse for advice about one of the newer antihistamines that does not cause drowsiness. Which of these drugs is appropriate?
a. loratadine (Claritin)
b. diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
c. dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
d. meclizine (Antivert)
Answer: a. loratadine (Claritin)
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1. amoxicillin, streptomycin, and lincomycin. 2. nystatin, bacitracin, and cloxacillin. 3. erythromycin, cefaclor, and sulfadiazine. 4. cloxacillin, ampicillin, and nafcillin.
The home health nurse assesses an incarcerated hernia in a 5-month-old infant. The nurse should:
a. Continue to try to reduce the hernia b. Apply the diaper tightly to support the hernia c. Contact the case manager to arrange surgical consult d. Arrange for the child to go to the hospital immediately
The nurse inserts an intravenous (IV) catheter using the correct technique and following the recommended steps according to standards of care and hospital policy. Which type of implementation skill is the nurse using?
a. Cognitive b. Interpersonal c. Psychomotor d. Judgmental
A sexually active adolescent asks the school nurse about the use of latex condoms and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). What should the nurse tell the adolescent?
A. Use of a latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs B. The only way to prevent transmission of STIs is abstinence C. Use of a latex condom is a good method for preventing pregnancy D. A spermicide needs to be used along with a condom to prevent transmission of STIs