When the nurse is assessing a new patient in the clinic, which information about the patient's medications will be of most concern?
a. The patient takes hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to prevent "hot flashes."
b. The patient takes a daily multivitamin and calcium supplement.
c. The patient has severe asthma and requires frequent therapy with steroids.
d. The patient has migraine headaches which are treated with NSAIDs.
Answer: c. The patient has severe asthma and requires frequent therapy with steroids.
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A) Oncologists. B) Psychiatrists. C) Psychologists. D) Social workers.
A client being treated for acne asks the nurse why they are prescribed doxycycline. Which response should the nurse provide?
A. "Your acne contains bacteria." B. "Your acne looks infected." C. "The prescription will prevent an infection." D. "The prescription will lessen the inflammation."
The functional perspective on group leadership contends that the leader has a special responsibility to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of the group
a. True b. False
Calculate the amount to administer: ________. (Round to the nearest tenth) 
Ordered: Amoxicillin 180 mg PO nowSee label for dose on hand
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).