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V@ndy87

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A group of nursing students are reviewing information about drug therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an example of a DMARD? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Infliximab
  B) Etanercept
  C) Ibandronate
  D) Zoledronic acid
  E) Carisoprodol

Question 2

The primary health care provider prescribes adalimumab. The nurse would prepare to administer this drug by which route?
 
  A) Orally
  B) Intramuscularly
  C) Subcutaneously
  D) Intravenously


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JYan

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

Ans: A, B
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Infliximab and etanercept are examples of DMARDs. Ibandronate and zoledronic acid are examples of bone resorption inhibitors (bisphosphonates). Carisoprodol is a skeletal muscle relaxant.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
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Adalimumab, a DMARD, is administered by subcutaneous injection. Abatacept and infliximab are examples of DMARDs that are administered IV. Methotrexate, sulfasalazine, and leflunomide are examples of DMARDs that can be given orally.


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