Nursing Interventions Quiz on Antiviral Agents

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What is the most common adverse reaction to anthelmintics?

Drowsiness

Headache

Weakness

Dizziness (correct)

How long are anthelmintics usually given for?

1 month

2 weeks

1 to 3 days (correct)

1 week

Which method of immunity involves the body producing antibodies?

Natural immunity

Active immunity (correct)

Community immunity

Passive immunity

What is the purpose of giving toxoids as vaccines?

Stimulate antitoxin formation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a vaccine-preventable disease?

Hepatitis A Signup and view all the answers

What type of reactions should be reported regarding vaccines?

Severe allergic reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main precaution for individuals traveling to endemic countries?

Taking prophylactic drug Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for receiving a vaccine?

Moderate or severe illness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is recommended for patients taking isoniazid to prevent peripheral neuropathy?

Taking Vitamin B6 supplements Signup and view all the answers

What should patients be advised to do when taking antiviral drugs to ensure sufficient hydration?

Maintain adequate fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the nurse to determine if a patient is allergic to eggs before administering the influenza vaccine?

Eggs are used to produce the flu vaccine Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority intervention for a patient receiving antiviral agents?

Promoting hydration Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common side effect of rifampin therapy?

Turning sputum yellow Signup and view all the answers

What should travelers visiting malaria-infested countries do as a preventive measure?

Receive immunizations before travel Signup and view all the answers

When should isoniazid be taken for better absorption?

1 hour before or 2 hours after meals Signup and view all the answers

What impact can antiviral drugs have on renal function?

Decreasing renal function Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using a combination of antitubercular drugs in the treatment of tuberculosis?

To eliminate bacterial resistance to the drugs Signup and view all the answers

Why was single drug therapy with isoniazid ineffective in treating tuberculosis?

Bacterial resistance developed quickly Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the use of a combination of antitubercular drugs have on the duration of tuberculosis treatment?

It reduced the duration to 6 to 9 months Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect associated with tuberculosis treatment?

Yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice) Signup and view all the answers

Which action should a patient taking isoniazid and rifampin therapy NOT do?

Increase vitamin C intake without consulting a healthcare provider Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of notifying the primary healthcare provider about urine turning red-orange during isoniazid and rifampin therapy?

It suggests a possible adverse reaction or interaction Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the role of rifampin in antitubercular drug therapy?

Rifampin enhances the effectiveness of isoniazid Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to take antitubercular medications for the full duration of the prescribed treatment?

Because stopping early can lead to relapse and drug-resistant TB Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary recommendation for patients traveling to malaria-infested countries?

Take prophylactic antibiotics before traveling Signup and view all the answers

How do newborns receive immunities?

Natural, passive immunity Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of passive immunity?

It involves the transfer of antibodies from another source Signup and view all the answers

Which vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine?

Herpes zoster vaccine Signup and view all the answers

At what age is Zostavax licensed for use?

50 years and older Signup and view all the answers