Which of the following medications is indicated for prophylaxis and long-term treatment of asthma?
Pulmozyme®
Floxin®
Singulair®
Advair®
Singulair®
Rationale: Singulair® is indicated for prophylaxis and long-term treatment of asthma. Pulmozyme® is used for cystic fibrosis. Floxin® is used for ear infections. Advair® is used for asthma attacks, and to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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A) Students are paid while performing practicums. B) Students must complete administrative and clinical competencies. C) Students complete from 60 to 240 hours of practicum training. D) Students learn administrative and clinical skills.
Which of the following best describes the function of the bones in the musculoskeletal system?
A. Regulate hormone levels and fluid balance B. Allow the brain to send signals to other parts of the body C. Provide support, protection, and cell production D. Control how and when the body moves
Respiratory care assessment of smoking cessation drug therapy includes 1. monitoring abstinence rates at intervals such as 3, 6, or 12 months. 2. monitoring for symptoms of nicotine overdose
. counseling and support throughout treatment for smoking cessation. 4. assessing patients for weight gain and encouraging an exercise program. a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1, 2, and 3 only d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
All of the following are vaccine-preventable diseases EXCEPT:
a. AIDS b. hepatitis B c. polio d. mumps