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D2AR0N

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An older adult patient has been prescribed oral erythromycin tablets. Which precaution is most important to teach?
 
  a. Take this drug with food or right after eating to reduce intestinal side effects.
  b. Avoid driving or operating dangerous equipment while taking this drug.
  c. Take your pulse daily and notify your prescriber if it becomes irregular.
  d. Wear a hat and sunscreen when outdoors.

Question 2

A patient is receiving intravenous gentamicin. Which change in condition do you report to the prescriber immediately?
 
  a. Temperature increases from 38 C to 39 C.
  b. Blood pressure decreases from 132/80 to 118/66.
  c. Total 24-hour urine output decreases from 2100 to 1100 mL.
  d. White blood cell (WBC) count decreases from 11,000/mm3 to 8500/mm3.


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aprice35067

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


D2AR0N

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Excellent

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