A patient is prescribed ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 500 mg every 8 hours. Which are common side effects of this drug? (select all that apply)
a. Rash
b. Flatulence
c. Muscle pain
d. Photosensitivity
e. Joint pain
f. Headache
ANS: A, C, E
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During the assessment of an 18-month-old infant, the mother expresses concern to the nurse about the infant's inability to toilet train. What would be the nurse's best response?
a. "Some children are just more difficult to train, so I wouldn't worry about it yet." b. "Have you considered reading any of the books on toilet training? They can be very helpful." c. "This could mean that there is a problem in your baby's development. We'll watch her closely for the next few months." d. "The nerves that will allow your baby to have control over the passing of stools are not developed until at least 18 to 24 months of age."
An adolescent has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). An action by the adolescent that indicates acceptance of body changes with SLE would be that the teen:
1. Refuses to attend school. 2. Doesn't want to attend any social functions. 3. Discusses the body changes with a peer. 4. Discusses the body changes with health care personnel only.
Various societies at times throughout history have treated people who were mentally ill with reverence
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Clients are entitled to home health care reimbursement if they meet certain criteria. The nurse would like to admit a client to home health care, but is worried about insurance reimbursement because the client:
1. Lives with a spouse. 2. Needs skilled care. 3. Needs intermittent care. 4. Drives a car for trips to the barber.