The dosage of cyclosporine would need to be increased if the patient is also receiving:
a. phenytoin.
b. prednisone.
c. ketoconazole.
d. amphotericin B.
a
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a. teratogens can affect fetal development during any trimester. b. the placenta prevents teratogens from passing to the fetus. c. teratogens are all man-made, preventable, and do not include viruses or bacteria. d. smoking has been shown to have no effect on fetal development.
The nurse admits a patient to the unit and learns the patient has recently been diagnosed with chronic renal failure but has not informed the primary care provider of this diagnosis. What is the nurse's first priority?
A) Administer medications ordered immediately. B) Maintain the patient's confidentiality. C) Call the admitting physician immediately. D) Provide teaching about chronic renal failure.
The nurse counseling a couple that wish to obtain genetic testing before starting a family explains that the purpose of such screening is to
a. allow genetic-defect-free individuals to obtain insurance discounts. b. identify individuals who are healthy but carry a disease-carrying gene. c. prevent genetically-based diseases from being transmitted. d. provide genetic analysis to anyone who desires it.
The nurse is working with a community group to reduce teen pregnancy rates. Alternatives for the group to consider are: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Avoidance of sex education in schools. 2. High-quality reproductive health services. 3. Developmentally appropriate sex education. 4. Sexuality curriculum based on community beliefs. 5. Provision of strategies to enhance life skills.