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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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A nurse whose last flu vaccine was 1 year prior is exposed to the influenza A virus. The occupational health nurse will administer which medication?
 
  a. Acyclovir (Zovirax)
  b. Amantadine HCl (Symmetrel)
  c. Influenza vaccine
  d. Oseltamivir phosphate (Tamiflu)

Question 2

A patient calls the clinic in November to report a temperature of 103 F, headache, a nonproductive cough, and muscle aches.
 
  The patient reports feeling well earlier that day. The nurse will schedule the patient to see the provider and will expect the provider to order which medication?
  a. Amantadine HCl (Symmetrel)
  b. Influenza vaccine
  c. Rimantadine HCl (Flumadine)
  d. An over-the-counter drug for symptomatic treatment


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The primary use for amantadine is prophylaxis against influenza A. Acyclovir is used to treat herpes virus. Oseltamivir phosphate (Tamiflu) is to be taken once flu symptoms appear.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Rimantadine is used for treatment of influenza. Amantadine is used primarily for prophylaxis, and this patient already has symptoms. The influenza vaccine may be given later to protect against other strains. Over-the-counter medications may be used as adjunct treatment.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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