The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old patient who will receive oral antibiotics. Which antibiotic order will the nurse question for this patient?
a. Azithromycin (Zithromax)
b. Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
c. Clindamycin (Cleocin)
d. Tetracycline (Sumycin)
ANS: D
Tetracyclines should not be given to children younger than 8 years of age because they irreversibly discolor the permanent teeth.
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A) Bronchitis B) Bronchiectasis C) Pulmonary hypertension D) Hemothorax
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a. catharsis. c. rapport. b. empathy. d. empowerment.
Which of the following personal strengths enhance caring relationships?
1. Willingness to engage in regular self-reflection 2. Being an early adopter of technology 3. Efficiency in completing a variety of nursing tasks 4. Paying attention to finishing tasks in a timely manner
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