Fatima is suffering from multiple sclerosis. She is being administered a drug through subcutaneous injections three times a week. Which of the following drugs is Fatima being administered?
A. Intron A
B. Infergen
C. Betaseron
D. Avonex
Answer: D
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a. treating one disorder exacerbates the symptoms of the other disorder b. the primary symptoms are not being improved by drug treatment c. treating one disorder also improves the other disorder
The client tells the nurse that he experiences frequent eye irritation even after using over-the-counter (OTC) medications. What is the best recommendation by the nurse?
1. Increase your fluid intake; you are probably dehydrated. 2. See your eye doctor for further evaluation. 3. This sounds like an allergic response; try an antihistamine. 4. Use normal saline rinses instead of over-the-counter (OTC) preparations.
A nurse is planning a community health education program for young adults. Which of the following considerations should be made by the nurse?
a. The age span encompassing young adulthood is between 20 to 30 years of age. b. The number one cause of death for young adults is injury. c. The number of young adults in the United States is increasing. d. The maternal mortality rate is at its lowest point since 1980.
The nurse is leading a psychotherapy group. What is the best way the nurse can create a safe and trusting environment? (Select all that apply.)
1. Modeling empathy 2. Creating dialogue that allows for feedback 3. Modeling sympathy 4. Ensuring confidentiality 5. Encouraging out-of-session subgrouping