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Capo

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A group of nursing students are reviewing the different groups of penicillins. The students demonstrate understanding when they identify which of the following as an example of a penicillinase-resistant penicillin? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Dicloxacillin
  B) Penicillin G
  C) Nafcillin
  D) Oxacillin
  E) Ampicillin

Question 2

Which of the following should be included in the nurse's preadministration assessment prior to administering a penicillin to a client? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Allergy history
  B) Medical history
  C) Medication history
  D) Blood glucose levels
  E) Current symptoms


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

Ans: A, C, D
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Dicloxacillin, nafcillin, and oxacillin are examples of penicillinase-resistant penicillins. Penicillin G is an example of a natural penicillin. Ampicillin is an example of an aminopenicillin.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, E
Feedback:
An allergy history, medical and surgical history, medication history, and the current symptoms of the infection should be included in the nurse's preadministration assessment prior to a client receiving a penicillin.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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