For which patient with an infection of the urinary tract would the nurse question a prescription for nitrofurantoin?
a. A patient with normal creatinine clearance who has cystitis
b. An 82-year-old female nursing home resident with high creatinine clearance
c. A 19-year-old college woman who is taking oral contraceptives
d. A 28-year-old woman with acute pyelonephritis
d
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A student states, "It seems like helper T cells do a lot more than just 'help' the cellular immunity process." Which of the following responses listed below best conveys an aspect of the role of CD4+ helper T cells in immunity?
A) "Without helper T cells, no antigens would be presented." B) "Helper T cells play a major role in stimulating and regulating the whole process." C) "Without helper T cells, the wrong antibodies would end up being produced." D) "Helper T cells are key to the hematopoiesis that produces all the components of the immune system."
The nurse is teaching a support group about schizophrenia. The format includes a 20-minute video, a didactic portion, and a discussion period. The nurse recognizes that
a. establishment of rapport with the audience is unnecessary. b. a humorous opening grabs the audience's attention. c. minimal preparation is needed for this format. d. it is important to refrain from making eye contact with the audience.
A 4-month-old infant has a viral illness with high fever and cough. The infant's parent asks the NP about what to give the infant to help with symptoms. The NP should prescribe which of the following?
a. Aspirin to treat the fever b. Acetaminophen as needed c. Dextromethorphan for coughing d. An antibiotic to prevent increased infection
When inspecting the IV site of a patient receiving a vesicant chemotherapy agent, the licensed practical nurse (LPN) notes a small area of swelling. What should the LPN do first?
a. Check the site every hour. b. Document the finding in the chart. c. Discontinue the infusion and notify the RN. d. No action is needed; this is an expected finding.