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yoooooman

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The client is being treated with an antiviral drug. He complains to the nurse of experiencing red, swollen gums. The highest priority action on the part of the nurse is to advise the client to:
 
  a. perform oral hygiene several times daily.
  b. rinse his mouth with hydrogen peroxide.
  c. avoid using dental floss during hygiene.
  d. rinse his mouth with alcohol-based mouthwash.

Question 2

The client has been ordered treatment with oral Zovirax at 9:00 AM. The nurse should expect the client's serum level of the medication to peak at which time?
 
  a. 10:45 AM
  b. 12:30 PM
  c. 9:30 AM
  d. 2:00 PM


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mrphibs

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

ANS: A
The client should perform oral hygiene several times daily when he is being treated with an antiviral drug.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Oral Zovirax peaks in 1.5-2 hours.


yoooooman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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