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dmcintosh

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A patient has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and is experiencing pain and decreased mobility. Etanercept has been proposed as possible treatment option.
 
  Which of the following characteristics of this patient would likely preclude the use of etanercept?
  A) The patient has chronic osteomyelitis resulting from a diabetic foot ulcer.
  B) The patient is morbidly obese and leads a sedentary lifestyle.
  C) The patient uses a topical corticosteroid when he experiences contact dermatitis on his hands.
  D) The patient has a family history of cancer.

Question 2

A nurse is working with a Chinese immigrant who is taking an MAOI. The most important instruction to the patient by the nurse will be to
 
  A) avoid use of soy sauce in the diet.
  B) adhere to combination drug therapy.
  C) discuss the cultural significance of taking an MAOI.
  D) avoid taking the drug on an empty stomach.


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ricroger

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

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Answer to Question 2

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dmcintosh

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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