Which of the following is used in the treatment of respiratory syncytial virus-induced severe lower respiratory infections in hospitalized children?
A. Tipranavir (Aptivus)
B. Amantadine (Symadine)
C. Ribavirin (Virazole)
D. None of these
Answer: C
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The caregivers of a toddler are very concerned about the temper tantrums their child has. This child falls on the floor in public, kicks and screams, and holds his breath. The nurse would offer which of the following pieces of advice:
a. "Don't move the child out of public attention." b. "Call EMS (emergency medical services) if the child is holding his breath." c. "Make sure someone knows CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)." d. "The child may faint but it is nothing serious."
A nurse is calculating the atrial rate on an atrial flutter rhythm and is concerned that the rate is dangerously high. Which of the following beats per minute is the nurse calculating?
a. 250-300 b. 300-500 c. 200-250 d. 150-200
Explain why T.Q. is at greater risk for developing infections than his classmates
What will be an ideal response?