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faduma

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The nurse manages the care of a patient with ulcerative colitis being treated with azathioprine. Which laboratory test result should be monitored periodically?
 
  1. Microscopic urine examination
  2. CBC with differential
  3. Immunoglobulin survey
  4. Serum albumin

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While teaching an ulcerative colitis patient receiving sulfasalazine, the nurse explains that this medication:
 
  1. treats the infection that triggers the condition.
  2. reduces the inflammation.
  3. enhances the immune response.
  4. increases the reabsorption of fluid.


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

Correct Answer: 2

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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