A pt reports experiencing mild fatigue and a dry, harsh cough, there is a possibility of exposure to inhalation anthrax, but the pt currently reports feeling much better. What does the nurse advise the patient to do?
a. Have a complete blood count to rule out the disease
b. Monitor for and immediately seek attention for respiratory symptoms
c. Consult a provider for diagnostic testing and antibiotic therapy
Answer: c. Consult a provider for diagnostic testing and antibiotic therapy
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A) "I cannot wait to lose all of this excess weight.". B) "I need to get right back to work after delivery.". C) "My mother has been so helpful during this time.". D) "My dad has already purchased toys for the baby!"
A dose of 0.25 mg of a drug is equivalent to:
a. 250 mcg. c. 2.5 mcg. b. 0.00025 mcg. d. 25 mcg.
A 16-year-old patient is diagnosed with severe nodulocystic acne vulgaris and is to receive treatment with isotretinoin (Accutane). What patient education about medication side effects is appropriate for the nurse to provide?
(Select all that apply.) a. "You should wear protective clothing or sunscreen when outside." b. "This medication may cause nosebleeds." c. "You may experience an increase in hair growth." d. "You may experience dryness or itching of the skin and nose." e. "You may experience sores in the mouth."
Ceftriaxone has been reconstituted for IV administration according to the label instructions. How many milligrams of medication are available in this vial? 
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).