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A patient has been instructed to use a topical decongestant for allergic rhinitis. Which information is important for the nurse to include when teaching the patient about the use of this medicine?
 
  a. There are no risks for rebound congestion with this medicine.
  b. It is safe to take this drug with other MAO inhibitors.
  c. Topical decongestants have a slower onset of action.
  d. You should use this medication no more than 3 to 5 days.

Question 2

When giving an IM injection to an HIV-positive patient, the nurse recognizes that the HIV infection is spread in which body fluids? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Sputum
  b. Vaginal fluid
  c. Breast milk
  d. Blood
  e. Semen


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

ANS: D
Topical decongestants should be used only in acute states, for no longer than 3 to 5 days.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Evidence has suggested that only blood, semen, vaginal fluid, and possibly breast milk can carry HIV.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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