A premenopausal client diagnosed with breast cancer will be receiving hormonal therapy. The nurse anticipates that the physician will request which medication for this client?

A. Anastrazole (Arimdex)
B. Fulvestrant (Faslodex)
C. Leuprolide (Lupron)
D. Trastuzumab (Herceptin)


Ans: C. Leuprolide (Lupron)

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1. Every month for the first year of life 2. Every other month for the first year of life 3. At 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months 4. When the mother feels that the infant is showing signs of illness

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Which of the following arrays are important health changes that can result from physical activity in older adults?

A) Lowers blood pressure, maintains muscle strength, and sharpens mental acuity. B) Allows participation in activities, increases ability to dress themselves, and maintains muscle strength. C) Allows participation in activities, lowers blood pressure, and sharpens mental acuity. D) Lowers blood pressure, minimizes peristalsis, and sharpens mental acuity.

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A patient presents with eye redness, scant discharge, and a gritty sensation. Your examination reveals the palpable preauricular nodes, which are most likely with:

A. Bacterial conjunctivitis B. Allergic conjunctivitis C. Chemical conjunctivitis D. Viral conjunctivitis

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Which of the following tests should be performed annually in a 55-year-old woman?

a. Fecal occult blood test b. Sigmoidoscopy c. Hearing screening d. Mammogram

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