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What does the nurse inform the patient about the bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine? (Select all that apply)
What does the nurse inform the patient about the bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine? (Select all that apply)
- It prevents an individual from acquiring tuberculosis infection.
- It contains live but weakened tubercular bacteria. (correct)
- It prevents the onset of the severe form of tuberculosis infection. (correct)
- It is administered to all United States citizens over 20 years of age.
- It should be taken by individuals who are traveling to a foreign country.
Which clinical findings may be observed in a patient prescribed chloroquine HCl (Aralen HCl)? (Select all that apply)
Which clinical findings may be observed in a patient prescribed chloroquine HCl (Aralen HCl)? (Select all that apply)
- Decreased serum potassium
- Decreased urine output
- Elevated liver enzymes (correct)
- Increased bleeding time
- Decreased blood cells (correct)
Which antibiotic does the nurse expect to be prescribed to a patient with diabetic foot infection and recurrent urinary tract infection?
Which antibiotic does the nurse expect to be prescribed to a patient with diabetic foot infection and recurrent urinary tract infection?
Ertapenem (Invanz)
What are the classifications of peptides used to kill a broad spectrum of parasites and viruses? (Select all that apply)
What are the classifications of peptides used to kill a broad spectrum of parasites and viruses? (Select all that apply)
What statement made by the nurse is most appropriate to include in the patient teaching for someone prescribed methenamine?
What statement made by the nurse is most appropriate to include in the patient teaching for someone prescribed methenamine?
What government health agency has launched an initiative to prevent drug-resistant infection?
What government health agency has launched an initiative to prevent drug-resistant infection?
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BCG Vaccine
- Contains live but weakened tubercular bacteria.
- Prevents the onset of severe tuberculosis complications, including meningitis and bone tuberculosis.
- Does not prevent tuberculosis infection itself.
- Not routinely administered to all U.S. citizens over 20 years of age.
- Not required for all travelers to foreign countries given low prevalence of tuberculosis in the U.S.
Chloroquine HCl Effects
- Effective for treating malaria.
- May cause decreased blood cells leading to aplastic anemia.
- Can elevate liver enzyme levels.
- Decreased urine output and serum potassium not typically associated with chloroquine use.
- Increased bleeding time linked with acyclovir, not chloroquine.
Ertapenem (Invanz) Use
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic for treating diabetic foot infections and recurrent urinary tract infections.
- Effective against a wide range of microorganisms involved in these infections.
- Trimethoprim, nitrofurantoin, and methenamine hippurate are more specific and not suitable for diabetic foot infections.
Peptide Classifications
- Antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antimicrobial classifications are applicable to peptides.
- Peptides provide bactericidal properties against various parasites and viruses.
- Not classified as anthelmintic.
Methenamine Patient Teaching
- Most suitable teaching statement: "Your urine may appear cloudy while you are on this medication," due to possible crystalluria.
- Photosensitivity is a concern with fluoroquinolones, while nitrofurantoin may cause decreased appetite, diarrhea, and vomiting.
Government Health Initiative
- The Center for Communicable Disease launched an initiative aimed at preventing drug-resistant infections among health care providers and patients.
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