Patients should be educated to take antibiotic doses at the prescribed time to
A. avoid hypersensitivity.
B. maintain therapeutic blood levels.
C. increase production of antibodies.
D. decrease the likelihood of superinfections.
Answer: B
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A community health nurse is developing health promotion programs for a local community that consists predominantly of African-Americans. Which of the following areas would be a priority for health promotion with this group?
A) Cardiac health B) Respiratory care C) Mental health D) Skin care
On physical assessment of the skin of a patient the nurse documents cyanosis. This finding may indicate:
A) anemia. B) liver dysfunction. C) excessive carotene in the blood. D) compromised cardiorespiratory state.
The glands that are responsible for producing sweat in the axillae and genital areas during stressful circumstances are called the
1. Apocrine glands. 2. Exocrine glands. 3. Endocrine glands. 4. Sebaceous glands.
The mother of a newborn with iron deficiency anemia asks if breastfeeding or using a formula high in iron is better for the baby. How should the nurse respond?
1. Breastfeeding, because breast milk has higher levels of iron compared to formula 2. Formula-feeding, because formula has higher levels of iron compared to breast milk 3. Breastfeeding, because although breast milk has lower levels of iron compared to formula, it is more easily absorbed by the infant 4. Formula-feeding, because although formula has lower levels of iron compared to breast milk, it is more easily absorbed by the infant