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Pineapplelove6

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A patient who is prescribed ethambutol (EMB, Myambutol) reports trouble distinguishing colors. What is your best action?
 
  a. Document the report as the only action.
  b. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber immediately.
  c. Caution the patient to wear sunglasses and a hat when outside.
  d. Reassure the patient that this is a common side effect of the drug.

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Which precaution is most important to teach a patient who is prescribed isoniazid (INH, Nydrazid)?
 
  a. Use another form of birth control in addition to oral contraceptives to prevent an unplanned pregnancy.
  b. Do not drive or operate dangerous equipment until you know how this drug affects you.
  c. Wear glasses rather than contact lenses throughout this drug therapy.
  d. Avoid coffee and any foods or beverages that contain caffeine.


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jgranad15

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D


Pineapplelove6

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

TheNamesImani

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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