________ is a recombinant insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) that is indicated for the long-term treatment of growth failure in children with severe primary IGF-1 deficiency.
A. Lanreotide
B. Octreotide
C. Prolactin
D. Mecasermin
Answer: D
You might also like to view...
A patient recently fell while she was out jogging and has severely sprained her left ankle. In determining how much medication she should take to reduce her symptoms, the nurse should tell her that:
1. high doses of NSAIDs may be necessary to get the antiinflammatory response. 2. she should take the medications only when needed to avoid developing drug de-pendency. 3. oral forms of NSAIDs are not very helpful, and she should have the injectable forms for good response. 4. NSAIDs should be taken on an empty stomach to enhance absorption.
The nurse reminds a client that the Dietary Supplement and Health Act of 1994 prevented manufacturers of dietary supplements from
a. making specific therapeutic claims for the product on their labels. b. manufacturing products that are not tested or proven. c. offering products for sale except through pharmacies. d. publishing outrageous claims for the product on promotional materials.
A patient is prescribed an inhaled bronchodilator and an inhaled corticosteroid. What precaution for using these drugs does the nurse stress to the patient?
a. "Use the corticosteroid right before meals to reduce mucus secretion." b. "Use the bronchodilator inhaler only in the morning to prevent sleep difficulties." c. "Use the bronchodilator first, wait at least 5 minutes, then use the corticosteroid." d. "Use the corticosteroid first, wait at least 5 minutes, then use the bronchodilator."
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia states, "Can't you hear him? It's the devil. He's telling me I'm going to hell." Which is the most appropriate nursing reply?
A. "Did you take your medicine this morning?" B. "You are not going to hell. You are a good person." C. "I'm sure the voices sound scary. I don't hear any voices speaking." D. "The devil only talks to people who are receptive to his influence."