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madam-professor

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A client has been prescribed Zantac for gastroesophageal reflux disease. The nurse realizes this medication is classified as a:
 
  1. histamine H2-receptor antagonist.
  2. proton pump inhibitor.
  3. prokinetic agent.
  4. antihistamine.

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A child care worker complains of flu-like symptoms. On further assessment, hepatitis is suspected. The nurse realizes that this individual is at risk for which type of hepatitis?
 
  1. Hepatitis A
  2. Hepatitis B
  3. Hepatitis C
  4. Hepatitis D



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Answer to Question 1

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Zantac is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist. This medication is not classified as being a proton pump inhibitor, prokinetic agent, or antihistamine.

Answer to Question 2

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Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is spread through the fecal-oral route. Child care workers are at greater risk because of potentially poor hygiene practices. Child care workers are not at the same risk for contracting hepatitis B, C, or D.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


parshano

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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