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jho37

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An immunocompromised patient in a critical care setting has developed a respiratory infection that has been attributed to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The nurse should anticipate that the patient will require treatment with
 
  A) ciprofloxacin.
  B) clindamycin.
  C) vancomycin.
  D) an antistaphylococcic penicillin.

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An older adult male patient has begun treatment for gout after an extensive diagnostic workup. The nurse who is contributing to the patient's care should understand that gout is a result of what pathophysiological process?
 
  A) Excess purine intake initiates an autoimmune process that impairs joint function.
  B) Hyperuricemia causes crystals to precipitate in the synovial fluid.
  C) Lack of joint mobility causes impaired uric acid metabolism.
  D) Mechanical damage to the joints results in increased release of uric acid.


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nathang24

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

C

Answer to Question 2

B


jho37

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

alexanderhamilton

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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