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The nurse explains to a student nurse that side effects differ from adverse events in which way?
 
  1. Adverse effects cause permanent damage.
  2. Side effects are usually more serious than adverse effects.
  3. Side effects are predictable at therapeutic levels.
  4. Adverse effects are only dose-related.

Question 2

A client with a history of multiple allergies is prescribed a new anti-infective. At which time should the nurse plan to monitor the client for an anaphylactic reaction?
 
  1. Within 24 hours of receiving the first dose
  2. Immediately after receiving the first dose
  3. At any time while receiving the drug
  4. Within one hour of receiving the first dose



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Adverse effects can produce permanent damage, but not all side effects are that serious.
Rationale 2: Adverse effects are more serious than side effects.
Rationale 3: Side effects are types of effects that are predictable and can occur even at therapeutic doses.
Rationale 4: Side effects can also be dose-dependent. Adverse effects can occur with any drug; they are not just related to drug dose.
Global Rationale: Side effects are types of effects that are predictable and can occur even at therapeutic doses. Adverse effects are more serious than side effects and can produce permanent damage. Not all side effects are serious. Side effects can also be dose dependent. Adverse effects can occur with any drug; they are not just related to drug dose.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Anaphylactic reactions can be unpredictable. They can occur immediately after a drug is taken or can be delayed. The nurse needs to be prepared for a reaction at any time.
Rationale 2: Anaphylactic reactions can be unpredictable. They can occur immediately after a drug is taken or can be delayed. The nurse needs to be prepared for a reaction at any time.
Rationale 3: Anaphylactic reactions can be unpredictable. They can occur immediately after a drug is taken or can be delayed. The nurse needs to be prepared for a reaction at any time.
Rationale 4: Anaphylactic reactions can be unpredictable. They can occur immediately after a drug is taken, or can be delayed. The nurse needs to be prepared for a reaction at any time.
Global Rationale: Anaphylactic reactions can be unpredictable. They can occur immediately after a drug is taken or can be delayed. The nurse needs to be prepared for a reaction at any time.





 

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