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V@ndy87

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on: Jul 16, 2018
A 30-year-old client with chills and fever is diagnosed with septicemia. The client has
  been prescribed an aminoglycoside antibiotic. What information should the nurse
  include in client teaching?
 
  A) Take full dose of the antibiotic prescribed
  B) Reduce the dose after the fever subsides
  C) Discontinue the drug soon after fever subsides
  D) Take a higher dosage if the fever does not subside

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client who has leukemia. Which of the following blood test results for white blood cells (WBCs) is useful in diagnosing and monitoring the response to treatment for this condition?
 
  A) Monocytosis
  B) Lymphocytosis
  C) Absolute polycythemia
  D) Low platelet count


Jossy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B
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The particular type of WBC involved may help to identify the cause of abnormal leukocytosis. For example, an increase in monocytes (monocytosis) would indicate mononucleosis. Lymphocytosis (increased numbers of lymphocytes), a useful indicator of leukemia, can be used to monitor the client's progress and response to treatment. Absolute polycythemia means too many blood cells, particularly red blood cells, and it can be seen in diseases of the bone marrow, chronically low oxygen levels, or a malignancy. Low platelet counts are associated with bruising, bleeding disorders, and hemorrhage.


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