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bobthebuilder

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse understands that nitazoxanide (Alinia) is:
 
  a. the drug of choice for treating amebiasis.
  b. the only drug approved to treat giardiasis in children.
  c. the drug of choice for treating pediculosis and scabies.
  d. used to trichomoniasis in conjunction with tetracyclines.

Question 2

When teaching clients with trichomonal infections beginning drug therapy for the infection, the nurse should:
 
  a. stress the importance of drinking plenty of fluids.
  b. stress the importance of completing the entire prescription.
  c. instruct the client to avoid direct sunlight and tanning salons.
  d. encourage the client to practice abstinence.


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steff9894

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This drug is used to treat cryptosporidiosis and giardiasis in children.
B Correct: Approved in 2004, it is the only agent approved to treat giardiasis in children.
C Incorrect: This drug is not used to treat these disorders.
D Incorrect: This drug is not used to treat trichomoniasis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Although drinking plenty of fluids is true for a client is taking any antimicrobial agent, this is not specific to trichomonal infection therapy.
B Correct: The entire course of treatment must be completed for the infection to be completely cured.
C Incorrect: Photosensitivity is not an adverse effect of trichomonal therapy.
D Incorrect: This is a moral judgment and not associated with trichomonal therapy.


bobthebuilder

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!

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:D TYSM

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