The client with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis asks why continuous treatment with interferon beta-1a (Avonex) is necessary. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "This medication will help decrease the number and severity of relapses."
B. "This medication is given weekly to halt progression of the disease."
C. "This medication is given continuously for 1 year to effect cure."
D. "This medication will protect your muscles from spasticity."
A
Interferon beta-1a is a biological response modifier that is given IM once weekly to decrease the number and severity of relapses.
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1. ?It will further your career.? 2. ?It looks good on your résumé.? 3. ?It will help you to network and enhance your learning.? 4. ?It will assist you in obtaining Critical Care Certification.?
The patient is due to begin treatment with invermectin. During the patient teaching session, he is taught that the best time of day to take this medication is:
a. At night, after his evening meal b. Three times daily, scheduled to coordinate with meals c. In the morning, after his breakfast d. In the morning before breakfast
The primary driving force in the history of the development of licensure for nurses was _________________________ of nursing care and protection of the public
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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a. acetylcholine b. dopamine c. histamine d. serotonin