Because the causative agent of pneumococcal disease is resistant to medication therapy, at-risk patients should be encouraged to get the ________ that prevents this deadly disease.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
vaccine
Because the causative agent of pneumococcal disease is resistant to medication therapy, at-risk patients should be encouraged to get the vaccine that prevents this deadly disease.
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A) This is an abnormal finding and the drainage will be cultured. B) This is an abnormal finding and may be indicative of diabetes. C) This is a normal finding and will disappear in a few days. D) This is a normal finding and will disappear when the mother stops breastfeeding.
The role of the community-based nurse has evolved to emphasize:
a. Managing care to cure health problems once they have been identified b. Participating in the activities of a team of interdisciplinary health care providers c. Providing direct care to patients d. Planning patient care
Which statement about dietary reference intakes indicates that more teaching is necessary?
A) "The amount of vitamins needed in the body is based on age and physiological status." B) "The recommended amounts of vitamins are the same for every individual." C) "Most vitamins are measured using the metric system of micrograms and milligrams." D) "Vitamins A, D, and E are measured in international units that are specific for each."
The nurse should teach the hypertensive client planning to use an oral nasal decongestant such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) to:
a. read the label carefully before using b. to avoid the drying of nasal passages caused by this drug, use saline drops. c. take the medication with plenty of oral fluids d. contact her health care provider before using the product.