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dmcintosh

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is reviewing the information about the herpes zoster vaccine (Zostavax) before administering the dose. Which statements about the vaccine are true?
 
  (Select all that apply.)
  a. It is a one-time vaccine.
  b. The vaccine is recommended for patients 50 years of age and older.
  c. The vaccine is given to children to prevent chickenpox.
  d. It is used to prevent postherpetic neuralgia.
  e. It is contraindicated in patients who have already had shingles.
  f. The vaccine is used to prevent reactivation of the zoster virus that causes shingles.

Question 2

A patient is receiving an aluminum-containing antacid. The nurse will inform the patient to watch for which possible adverse effect?
 
  a. Diarrhea
  b. Constipation
  c. Nausea
  d. Abdominal cramping


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rnehls

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

ANS: A, B, F

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


dmcintosh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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