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ereecah

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The nurse is teaching a class about common upper respiratory infections to parents of preschoolers. The parents correctly respond that which are examples of upper respiratory infections? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Bronchitis
  B) Asthma
  C) Pharyngitis
  D) Sinusitis
  E) Laryngitis

Question 2

A female patient prescribed methotrexate for meningeal leukemia is asking the nurse about adverse effects of the drug. What would the nurse tell this patient should be avoided while taking methotrexate?
 
  A) Pregnancy
  B) Aerobic exercise
  C) Smoking
  D) Alcohol


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pallen55

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

C, D, E
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Upper respiratory infections include pharyngitis, sinusitis, and laryngitis. Asthma and bronchitis are examples of lower respiratory disorders.

Answer to Question 2

A
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Antimetabolites are contraindicated for use during pregnancy and lactation because of the potential for severe adverse effects on the fetus and neonate. The nurse would not caution the patient against aerobic exercise, smoking, or alcohol use because of the medication she was taking.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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