Which of these pharmacological interventions are used to treat myocarditis?
a. anti-inflammatory agents and antifungals
b. diuretics and analgesics
c. antivirals and antipyretics
d. digitalis preparations and broad-spectrum antibiotics
D
Myocarditis, which is inflammation of the myocardium produced by various infectious organisms, weakens the heart muscle and leads to congestive heart failure. Medical management includes prescribed digitalis preparations, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory agents. Nursing management focuses on monitoring the client's symptoms, placing the client in semi-Fowler's position when in bed, and ensuring adequate rest.
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1. Download instant messaging so they can keep in touch with others. 2. Avoid social networking sites such as Facebook. 3. Guard their personal information. 4. Avoid living alone to reduce stranger danger.
Which client is at greatest risk for respiratory complications after surgery under general anesthesia?
A. 65-year-old woman taking a calcium channel blocker for hypertension B. 55-year-old man with chronic allergic rhinitis C. 45-year-old woman with diabetes mellitus type 1 D. 35-year-old man who smokes two packs of cigarettes daily
The clinic nurse talks with Jayne, a 30-year-old woman at 34 weeks gestation who complains of having difficulty sleeping. Jayne has noticed that getting back to sleep after she has been up at night is difficult. The nurse's best response is:
A) "This is abnormal; it is important that you describe this problem to the doctor." B) "This is normal and many women have this same problem during pregnancy; try napping for several hours each morning and afternoon." C) "This is abnormal; tell the doctor about this problem because diagnostic testing may be necessary." D) "This is normal in pregnancy, particularly during the third trimester when you also feel fetal movement at night; try napping once a day."
Which medication dosage is properly written?
A) .8 mg B) .125 mcg C) 00.125 mg D) 0.25 mg