Author Question: The drug most likely to be used to soften or eliminate cerumen is 1. a steroid. 2. a wax ... (Read 79 times)

sdfghj · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The drug most likely to be used to soften or eliminate cerumen is

1. a steroid.
2. a wax softener.
3. an antifungal agent.
4. a local analgesic.

Question 2

The client is preparing for an eye examination. Which of the following classification of drugs will be used?

1. Mydriatics
2. Vasoconstrictors
3. Prostaglandins
4. Beta-adrenergic blockers

debra928 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Steroids would not be used for cerumen, but for inflammation.
Rationale 2: Wax softeners are used to soften or eliminate cerumen.
Rationale 3: An antifungal would not be used for cerumen.
Rationale 4: Local analgesics would be used for otitis external.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Mydriatics dilate the pupil for better visualization.
Rationale 2: Vasoconstrictors are used for irritation and dryness of the eye.
Rationale 3: Prostaglandins are used for open-angle glaucoma.
Rationale 4: Beta-adrenergic blockers are used for glaucoma.