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jazziefee

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A patient is taking the nonsteroidal
 
  anti-inflammatory drug indomethacin (Indocin) as treatment for pericarditis. The nurse will teach the patient to watch for which adverse effect?
  a. Tachycardia
  b. Nervousness
  c. Nausea and vomiting
  d. Dizziness

Question 2

Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) is prescribed
 
  as part of malaria prophylaxis for a patient who will be traveling. The nurse will discuss which potential adverse effects with the patient? (Select all that apply.)
  a. Diarrhea
  b. Constipation
  c. Insomnia
  d. Dizziness
  e. Rash
  f. Headache



pangili4

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, D, E, F



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