Samuel, who has been diagnosed with lupus erythematosus, is prescribed a cytotoxic drug. His doctor explains that the drug is converted in the body to mercaptopurine, which exerts a cytotoxic effect. It inhibits the synthesis of purine nucleotides that are required for DNA synthesis. Which of the following drugs has Samuel been prescribed?
A. Cyclophosphamide
B. Azathioprine
C. Alefacept
D. Tacrolimus
Answer: B
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a. Encourage high-protein foods. b. Institute neutropenic precautions. c. Limit visitors to healthy adults. d. Place the client on safety precautions.
The nurse is talking to the spouse of a client who is not requiring pain medication a few hours after surgery
The spouse states that she is amazed that her husband is able to endure such pain without medication. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate in this situation? 1. "Some people just don't need any analgesics." 2. "Have you seen any nonverbal cues that might indicate your husband is experiencing pain?" 3. "We will need to contact the healthcare provider to report your husband is refusing analgesics." 4. "Have you noticed your husband's monitor alarming?"
A client has undergone ileoanal reservoir surgery. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to reduce the risk for bowel incontinence?
A) Avoid high-protein food. C) Perform perineal exercises. B) Take frequent brisk walks. D) Perform warm water soaks.
A 42-year-old patient admitted yesterday with a DRG (diagnosis-related group) diagnosis of Abdominal Pain, cause unknown, is being discharged this afternoon, because all diagnostic tests have been negative. This is an example of:
1. effective laboratory response. 2. Medicare guidelines limiting hospital stay. 3. cost containment related to DRG. 4. a patient who should not have been admitted in the first place.