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Select the most accurate description of physical dependence.
 
  a. It is a state in which larger doses are required to produce the same response formerly produced by a smaller dose.
  b. It is a state in which an individual will seek and use the drug despite physical, psychologic, or social harm.
  c. It is a state in which pain is undertreated and the patient appears to be drug seeking.
  d. It is a state in which an abstinence syndrome will occur if the drug is abruptly continued.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a pregnant patient who is suffering from severe traveler's diarrhea. The nurse should prepare to administer
 
  a. azithromycin (Zithromax).
  b. ciprofloxacin (Cipro).
  c. levofloxacin (Levaquin).
  d. doxycycline (Vibramycin).


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

d

Answer to Question 2

A
Severe traveler's diarrhea in a pregnant patient is treated with azithromycin.
Ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin are indicated for traveler's diarrhea but not in pregnant patients.
Doxycycline is not indicated for treatment of traveler's diarrhea.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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