A patient in his 40s is considering immunotherapy as a treatment for his longstanding allergic rhinitis, a problem which is taking an increasing toll on his quality of life
The nurse at the allergy clinic should ensure that the patient knows that allergy control by this method usually requires treatment for how long?
A) Six to eight months
B) One year to 18 months
C) Two to three years
D) Three to five years
D
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a. Children's books b. Building blocks c. Librarian d. Games e. Paint
Which of the following are factors that influence the way conflict is handled within an organization (select all that apply)?
a. Behavioral predispositions of individuals b. Bureaucratic hierarchy c. Social pressure in the environment d. Rules and procedures e. Position power
Someone tries to attack you. You should do which of the following?
a. Use your car keys as a weapon. b. Stare at the person in the eyes. c. Calmly ask the person to stop. d. Try not to scream.
The pediatric nurse is assessing a child with nasopharyngitis. The parents ask about the possibility of the child getting an antibiotic. Which of the following is the nurse's best answer?
a. "We need to be careful about starting antibiotics in children because we are creating more antibiotic-resistant organisms." b. "There is no need to buy expensive antibiotics because we have other treatments that are less expensive." c. "Antibiotics are not effective in the treatment of nasopharyngitis." d. "There is a risk of your child being allergic to the antibiotic."