The nurse should instruct clients using hydroxychloroquine ...

[pragya sharda]

The nurse should instruct clients using hydroxychloroquine sulfate (Plaquenil Sulfate) for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis to:
 
  a. have periodic ophthalmology exams. c. have regular hearing tests.
  b. have skin monitored for cysts. d. be monitored for candida infections.

Question 2

Most nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are believed to work by inhibiting the synthesis of:
 
  a. histamine. c. leukocytes.
  b. cortisol. d. prostaglandins.

[s.meritte]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Long-term therapy with hydroxychloroquine sulfate can cause retinal damage.
B Incorrect: Hydroxychloroquine sulfate does not cause skin cysts.
C Incorrect: Hydroxychloroquine sulfate is not associated with hearing changes.
D Incorrect: Hydroxychloroquine sulfate is not associated with candida infections.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: NSAIDs do not work by inhibiting histamine.
B Incorrect: NSAIDs do not work by inhibiting cortisol.
C Incorrect: NSAIDs do not inhibit leukocytes.
D Correct: NSAIDs inhibit the action of prostaglandins.

[pragya sharda]

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[s.meritte]

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