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jjjetplane

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The nurse caring for a client admitted with a diagnosis of suspected lung cancer might expect to find what on assessment?
 
  1. Cyanosis
  2. Night sweats
  3. Dysphagia
  4. Hemoptysis

Question 2

A client with tuberculosis is being started on ethambutol (Myambutol). What should the client be instructed about this medication? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Take with a pyridoxine.
  2. Look at a blue object every day.
  3. Drink at least 2 liters of fluid each day.
  4. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
  5. Monitor vision daily by reading the newspaper.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Cyanosis is a sign of impaired gas exchange, secondary to many respiratory and cardiac conditions.
2. Night sweats are seen with tuberculosis.
3. Dysphagia is common with disorders of the throat.
4. Coughing up blood is a common sign of lung cancer.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2, 5

1. Isoniazid (INH) needs to be taken with pyridoxine.
2. Ethambutol (Myambutol) is reversibly toxic to the optic nerve. Signs include decreased visual and color acuity. The client should be instructed to look at the same blue object every day.
3. Drinking 2 liters of fluid each day is necessary when taking pyrazinamide (Tebrazid).
4. Alcohol should be avoided while taking isoniazid (INH).
5. Ethambutol (Myambutol) is reversibly toxic to the optic nerve. Signs include decreased visual and color acuity. The client should be instructed to monitor vision daily by reading newspapers.


jjjetplane

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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
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