Two nursing students are discussing the indications for use of an H1 blocker. One student quizzes the other by asking, "Which of the following patients would least likely benefit from the use of an H1 blocker?"
The other student would be correct to respond that the patient who would least likely benefit from an H1 blocker would be a patient with
a. a common cold.
b. motion sickness.
c. pruritus.
d. rhinitis.
ANS: A
Antihistamines are of practically no value against the common cold. They neither prevent colds nor shorten their duration.
Antihistamines are useful for treating allergic disorders, motion sickness, itching, and insomnia.
Antihistamines show a moderate reduction in rhinorrhea.
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A postpartum mother expresses concern about how her 4-year-old will react to the new baby. The nurse should tell the mother that:
a. Four-year-old children are very generous and will want to share with the baby. b. Jealousy and regression are common among young children when a new baby comes home. c. It would be a good idea to send the 4-year-old to stay with grandparents for a few weeks until the new baby is settled at home. d. She should immediately establish firm rules of behavior so the 4-year-old will not use attention-getting behaviors.
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