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RRMR

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The nurse is concerned that a school-age child receiving intranasal desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) for enuresis is experiencing an adverse effect of the medication. What did the nurse assess in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Thirst
  B) Nausea
  C) Flushing
  D) Itchy skin
  E) Headache

Question 2

The mother of a 15-month-old child is questioning the nurse about the need for the hepatitis B vaccination. Which of the following comments provides the most compelling reason for the vaccine?
 
  A) The most common side effect is injection site soreness..
  B) This is a recombinant or genetically engineered vaccine..
  C) Immunizations are needed to protect the general population..
  D) This protects your child from infection that can cause liver disease..


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
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Adverse effects of desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) include nausea, flushing, and a headache. Thirst and itchy skin are not identified as adverse effects of this medication.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Up to 90 of neonates infected with hepatitis B develop chronic carrier status and will be predisposed to cirrhosis and hepatic cancer. The mother is not questioning side effects, safety, or disease prevention in general. Therefore, it is best to speak to her concerns.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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