A patient who just started taking efalizumab (Raptiva) phones the clinic complaining of headache, chills, fever, nausea, and myalgia. What response should the nurse offer?
a. It sounds like you have the flu. Drink plenty of fluids and treat the symptoms.
b. These effects are not uncommon and should subside after the third dose.
c. You are experiencing an allergic reaction. Discontinue the medication.
d. We should draw your blood to be sure you are not at risk for developing clots.
Question 2
Which statement regarding the use of anticholinergics for peptic ulcer disease is correct?
a. Because very high doses are needed to inhibit acid secretion, the side effects are usually unacceptable to patients.
b. In toxic doses they can cause diarrhea and glucose intolerance, eventually producing dehydration.
c. These are the drugs of choice for most patients with peptic ulcer disease.
d. These drugs are capable of curing peptic ulcer disease when used as single-agent therapy.
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
Sharing patient information with colleagues is an important nursing role
Scheduling patient appointments by telephone.
Patient health history form.
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