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tuffie

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The student learning about immunity understands that the chain of infection contains which parts? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Portal of entry
  b. Susceptible host
  c. Virulence factors
  d. Reservoir
  e. Decreased immunity

Question 2

The nurse is caring for four frail patients with pain. Which patient's pain medication prescription does the nurse question?
 
  a. The patient taking pentazocine (Talwin)
  b. The patient taking acetaminophen (Tyle-nol)
  c. The patient taking ibuprofen (Motrin)
  d. The patient taking hydromorphone (Di-laudid)



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Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
The chain of infection includes a portal of entry, a susceptible host, and a reservoir.

Answer to Question 2

A
Talwin should not be used in frail older people because it leads to central nervous system ex-citement, confusion, and agitation. The other drugs are appropriate choices.





 

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