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tfester

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Among older people, 50 have
 
  a. One chronic disease
  b. Two chronic diseases
  c. Three chronic diseases
  d. Four chronic diseases

Question 2

A common drug used for the treatment of TB is isoniazid. A side effect the LPN needs to be alert for is
 
  a. Liver toxicitydark urine, yellow skin, light gray stools
  b. Reddish orange body fluids
  c. Shortness of breath
  d. Color blindness, specifically red-green



Jordin Calloway

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Answer to Question 1

C
Statistics show 50 of older adults have three chronic diseases, and 80 have at least one chronic disease.

Answer to Question 2

A
Isoniazid may cause liver toxicity. Liver function tests should be performed monthly. Signs and symptoms to watch for include dark urine, yellow skin and sclera, and light gray stools.



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