The prognosis is the cause of a disease.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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A patient's physician is considering the addition of efavirenz to the patient's drug regimen for the treatment of his recently-diagnosed HIV
Which of the following aspects of the patient's medical history should prompt the nurse to question the use of this drug? A) The patient has a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and did not consistently monitor his blood glucose levels prior to his diagnosis with HIV. B) The patient experienced an adverse reaction to an influenza immunization several years ago. C) The patient's body mass index at the time of diagnosis was 27 (overweight). D) The patient has hepatitis C and a history of heavy alcohol use.
The nurse is caring for a client who had abnormal hair growth as a side effect of medical treatment. Which term will the nurse use when documenting this side effect?
1. Alopecia 2. Hirsutism 3. Pediculosis 4. Scabies
A patient is being seen in the clinic for vaccinations and medical advice prior to traveling to an underdeveloped nation for volunteer work. Which patient statement indicates that further teaching is needed regarding the transmission of typhus?
A) "The disease may be transmitted by touching an infected object." B) "The disease may be transmitted through humans." C) "I should avoid drinking the water if sanitary conditions are poor." D) "I can get typhus from contaminated food."
Which type of diuretic can cause higher than normal blood calcium levels?
a. Loop diuretics b. Osmotic diuretics c. Thiazide diuretics d. Potassium-sparing diuretics