What is the mechanism of action of the following medications GG is receiving: Nexium, amoxicillin, and clarithromycin?
Nexium: proton pump inhibitor.
Amoxicillin: penicillin anti-infective drug.
Clarithromycin: macrolide anti-infective drug effective against H. pylori.
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Which medication might the nurse expect the physician to order? a. Decongestant b. Expectorant c. Antitussive d. Antibiotic
A nurse is caring for an older adult patient who has undergone a total hip replacement. What is the best action to reduce the risk of further injury?
a. Leave all the lights on in the room at night. b. Leave the side rails down at all times to enable the patient to get to the bathroom quickly. c. Keep the call bell and other frequently used items in easy reach. d. Keep the bed in the high position to dis-courage the patient from getting out of bed without assistance.
Cancer occurs in:
a. All age-groups b. Children c. Young and middle-age adults d. Older persons
Which of the following statements indicates that the client is at risk for an electrical shock at home?
1. "I had to cut off the third prong on the electrical plug so that it would fit in the extension cord." 2. "My bread got stuck in my toaster this morning, and I unplugged it before trying to remove it." 3. "I always read the owner's manual when I purchase a new electrical appliance." 4. "I always make sure that I am standing in a dry area before operating electrical equipment."