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dmcintosh

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A patient is prescribed an oral corticosteroid for a chronic inflammatory health problem. Which precaution is most important to teach?
 
  a. Never stop taking this drug without consulting your prescriber.
  b. Avoid crowds and people who are ill.
  c. Be sure to take this drug with food.
  d. Reduce your salt intake.

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Why is inflammation considered a nonspecific body response?
 
  a. Inflammation is the basis for almost every type of chronic disease.
  b. Infection by bacteria or viruses is always a part of inflammation.
  c. The same tissue responses occur regardless of the type of triggering event.
  d. The discomfort associated with inflammation can be reduced by over-the-counter drugs.


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sokh

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

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


dmcintosh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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