A client is diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. The nurse would anticipate the use of what classification of drug to treat this client?
a. immune globulins c. immunosuppressant agents
b. epinephrines d. antithymocyte globulin
ANS: C
Feedback
A Incorrect: These are used to provide passive immunity.
B Incorrect: This is a drug not a classification and is not used to treat autoimmune diseases.
C Correct: This classification of agents is used to treat autoimmune diseases.
D Incorrect: This is used to manage allograft rejection in renal transplant clients.
You might also like to view...
A patient with arthritis of the left knee reports pain extending from the knee half-way down the lower leg. What type of pain is this patient perceiving?
a. Localized b. Referred c. Radiating d. Phantom
Mixed or whole numbers must be converted to fractions when multiplying or dividing fractions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The pregnant patient at 14 weeks' gestation is in the clinic for a regular prenatal visit. Her mother also is present
The grandmother-to-be states that she is quite uncertain about how she can be a good grandmother to this baby, because she works full-time. Her own grandmother was retired, and was always available when needed by a grandchild. The best response to this concern would be: 1. "Don't worry. You'll be a wonderful grandmother. It will all work out fine.". 2. "What are your thoughts on what your role as grandmother will include?" 3. "As long as there is another grandmother available, you don't have to worry.". 4. "Grandmothers are supposed to be available. You should retire from your job.".
A client is brought to the emergency department after having overdosed on cocaine. When assessing the client, which of the following would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply
A) Euphoria B) Seizures C) Cardiac arrhythmia D) Paranoia E) Dilated pupils