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mrsjacobs44

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which finding would delay a computed tomography (CT) scan?
 
  a. Patient's allergy to shellfish
  b. Patient in first trimester of a pregnancy
  c. Patient's allergy to milk products
  d. Patient's gluten intolerance

Question 2

Which patient statement indicates the need for additional teaching for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis who is taking meloxicam (Mobic)?
 
  a. I am keeping a daily record of my blood pressure.
  b. I take aspirin before I go to bed.
  c. I know I can take meloxicam with or without regard to meals.
  d. I weigh every day so I will be aware of any weight gain.


harveenkau8139

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Allergy to shellfish predicts an allergy to the contrast media used in the CT scan.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Aspirin or products containing aspirin should be avoided while taking meloxicam.


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