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Anajune7

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What infestation would the nurse suspect when the patient manifests with intestinal obstruction caused by the adult worms clogging the lumen of the intestine?
 
  A) Platyhelminth
  B) Trichinosis
  C) Nematode
  D) Cestode

Question 2

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a patient who is taking pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron). Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further instruction?
 
  A) I will make sure and take this medication with my breakfast.
  B) I will call the doctor if I start to have any unusual bruises.
  C) This drug I am taking may cause me to lose hair.
  D) I will take acetaminophen if I develop a headache.


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

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Nematode are roundworms such as the commonly encountered pinworm, whipworm, threadworm, Ascaris, or hookworm that cause a common helminthic infection in humans and can cause intestinal obstruction as the adult worms clog the intestinal lumen or severe pneumonia when the larvae migrate to the lungs and form a pulmonary infiltrate. Options A, B, and D are incorrect.

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Pentosan polysulfate sodium should be taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. The patient should call the physician at the first sign of bleeding. Alopecia and headache may occur with this medication.


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