The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a broad-spectrum anti-infective agents. The nurse would assess the patient for what common adverse effect of broad spectrum anti-infective agents?
A) Destruction of pathogens
B) Decrease in infection
C) Destruction of the normal flora
D) Decrease in inflammation
C
Feedback:
One offshoot of the use of anti-infectives, especially broad-spectrum anti-infectives, is destruction of the normal flora resulting in superinfections. Destruction of pathogens is the therapeutic effect and not an adverse effect resulting in a decrease in infection. Inflammation is reduced by resolution of infection.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is teaching a patient and his family about medication safety. Which of the following statements should not be included in the teaching?
a. With older adults, the general rule for medications is start low and go slow. b. The more medications a person takes, the greater the risk of interactions and side effects. c. Medicare covers all medications for Seniors. d. Medication regimens may often be enhanced by lifestyle modifications that also address the individual's health.
An older adult is being treated with opioids for pain relief. Which of the following should the nurse strongly recommend to this client?
A) Exercise regularly. C) Follow a bowel regimen. B) Avoid harsh sunlight. D) Reduce fiber intake.
The nurse working with a UAP can delegate all of the following activities related to care of the client with a pressure ulcer except
a. assessing the client's skin using a standardized tool. b. turning and repositioning the client according to a schedule. c. keeping the client's skin clean and dry. d. reporting any red areas that do not disappear after pressure relief.
When communicating with clients, the nurse actively uses listening responses. Which of the following types of listening response should the nurse use?
a. Moralizing b. Giving advice c. False reassurance d. Paraphrasing