Drugs that kill parasites that infest the skin are termed ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
miticides
Miticides are drugs that kill parasites on the skin.
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A nurse on a neurological unit is participating in the care of a female patient who is receiving treatment for a spinal cord injury (SCI) that she experienced 2 weeks ago
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1. A left shift. 2. A right shift. 3. A differential. 4. Leukocytosis.
The nurse is not familiar with the cultural background of new parents who have recently immigrated to the United States. What statement is best?
1. "You appear to be Muslim. Do you want your son to be circumcised?" 2. "Let me explain how newborn care takes place here in the United States." 3. "Your baby is a U.S. citizen. You must be very happy about that." 4. "Could you explain what your preferences are regarding child care?"