A teenager asks the nurse how tetracycline (Sumycin) will improve her acne. Which of the following is the best statement the nurse can provide to the patient regarding the action of tetracycline?
A) "Tetracycline decreases redness and swelling of the pustules."
B) "Tetracycline treats the Chlamydia organism that causes acne."
C) "Tetracycline is used in combination with doxycycline to treat acne."
D) "Tetracycline interferes with the production of free fatty acids."
D
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A) atropine and fomepizole. B) naloxone and oxygen. C) syrup of ipecac. D) flumazenil and activated charcoal.
What should the nurse executive consider when planning the nursing care delivery system of a new hospital? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. How to optimize use of nursing knowledge 2. The system used by competing hospitals 3. How to ensure that clients receive optimal care 4. Skill sets likely to be present in the nurses who will be employed at the hospital 5. What groups of nurses are available for employment
A union representative has issued a written appeal to the CNO (chief nurse officer) regarding an employee?s verbal reprimand. Which action by the CNO would be appropriate?
1. Inform the CEO (chief executive officer) of the appeal. 2. Notify the hospital?s legal counsel. 3. Call the employee and obtain information regarding the reprimand. 4. Arrange a meeting with the employee, agent, and grievance chairperson.
Which of the following is a true statement regarding psoriasis?
A) It is a chronic, infectious inflammatory disease. B) It is characterized by patches of redness covered with silvery scales. C) A cure is possible with prompt treatment. D) The onset typically occurs in young children.