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arivle123

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How should the nurse advise a patient who has severe vertigo from labyrinthitis?
 
  a. Lean against a wall and not head forward until vertigo lessens.
  b. Bend at the waist and take several deep breaths.
  c. Drink an iced drink slowly.
  d. Lie immobile and hold the head in one position until the vertigo lessens.

Question 2

What should the nurse advise the 20-year-old to do who has been put on cefaclor (Ceclor) for a resistant otitis media?
 
  a. Store suspension at room temperature
  b. Discontinue drug when symptoms abate
  c. Avoid alcoholic beverages
  d. Take with meals only


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jaymee143

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Lying immobile and holding the head in one position will lessen vertigo.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Drinking alcohol is discouraged while on Ceclor. The drug should be taken in its entirety and stored in the refrigerator. The drug can be taken with or without meals.


arivle123

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
No problemo


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