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ENagel

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Which changes are intended responses of first-line antituberculosis drugs? (select all that apply)
 
  a. Sputum is mobilized (increased).
  b. Cough is decreased.
  c. Fatigue is eliminated.
  d. Weight is gained.
  e. Sputum culture for TB is negative.
  f. Future TB tests are negative.

Question 2

A patient who has been prescribed flucytosine (Ancobon) reports reduced sensation in the fingers and toes. What is your best action?
 
  a. Document the report as the only action.
  b. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber.
  c. Remind the patient to continue the drug as usual and to take a multiple vitamin daily.
  d. Reassure the patient that this is an expected drug side effect and to use injury precautions.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, D, E

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D





 

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