The nurse is administering an otic preparation as part of treatment for a severe fungal ear infection. Why is pramoxine added to the otic medication?
a. It is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation.
b. It is an emulsifying drug that works to soften the cerumen.
c. It is a local anesthetic that causes temporary relief of pain.
d. It works synergistically to enhance the effect of the antifungal drug.
Answer: c. It is a local anesthetic that causes temporary relief of pain.
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A) Increased blood glucose B) Delayed gastric emptying C) Increased appetite D) Dehydration
Which early hospitals provided the best patient care?
A. MAGNET designated hospitals B. County supervised hospitals C. State owned hospitals D. Religious affiliated hospitals
Communication can be
A) oral B) written C) nonverbal D) All of the above
The nurse is reviewing orders for a patient in myxedema coma. Which prescription should the nurse question before administering to this patient? Select all that apply.
A. Regular insulin IV at 5 units per hour B. Cooling blanket C. Serum TSH level daily D. Pulse oximetry and vital signs hourly E. Methimazole (Tapazole) 15 mg PO daily