A patient positive for syphilis is allergic to penicillin and is being treated with tetracycline for 28 days. The healthcare provider orders tetracycline 500 mg to be taken every six hours. The prescription is filled with 250 mg tablets
How many tablets should the patient take every day to achieve the ordered dosing?
Correct Answer: 8
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The nurse knows that computer games can provide what opportunities to childhood development? (Select all that apply.) a. Problem-solving skills b. Gross motor development c. Manipulative skills d. Learning opportunities e. Increased self-worth
A client presents to the clinic with complaints that he began to itch and break out in hives after taking an aspirin this morning. What medication does the nurse anticipate administering that blocks histamine receptors?
A) Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) B) Flunisolide (Nasalide) C) Beclomethasone dipropionate (Beconase) D) Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride (Sudafed)
A prospective nursing student is interested in working in community health nursing after graduation. Which type of education would be most appropriate for this student to choose?
A) Diploma program B) Associate degree C) Baccalaureate degree D) Graduate degree
The new family nurse practitioner at the rural health clinic soon saw much strength in the community. What might be some resources used and accepted by ill people in a rural area?
A. Charity efforts publicized and coordinated in the nearby big city B. Family and friends who volunteer to help with food, cleaning, child care, etc. C. Institutionalization in the area's one extended care facility until feeling better D. The local social agency and public health agency services