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jparksx

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient with irritable bowel syndrome has received a prescription for a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA). When asked about the rationale for this drug, the nurse should explain that:
 
  1. TCAs effectively relieve constipation.
  2. these agents can effectively reduce abdominal pain.
  3. lifting depression is the goal for this condition.
  4. TCAs alter the dopaminergic effects in the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 2

Which antibiotic would be used in a pregnant woman with severe traveler's diarrhea?
 
  1. Azithromycin
  2. Ciprofloxacin
  3. Levofloxacin
  4. Doxycycline


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Mollythedog

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

Correct Answer: 2

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1


jparksx

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

ricroger

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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