What statement, if made by the nurse, would be correct? A) ...

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What statement, if made by the nurse, would be correct?
 
  A) Malaria can live without a host and be contracted from drinking standing water.
  B) Any mosquito can carry the plasmodium that transmits malaria.
  C) A major problem with controlling malaria is the mosquito that is resistant to insecticide.
  D) Widespread efforts at mosquito control have never been helpful.

Question 2

A patient is taking pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron) to decrease pain and discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis. What medication class may cause an adverse reaction when used with Elmiron?
 
  A) Anticoagulants
  B) Antihypertensives
  C) Diuretics
  D) Cardiac glycosides

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Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Widespread efforts at mosquito control have been successful, with fewer cases of malaria being reported each year. However, the rise of insecticide-resistant mosquitoes has allowed malaria to continue to flourish, increasing the incidence of the disease. Malaria requires a host to live, whether it is human or mosquito. Only the female Anopheles mosquito harbors the protozoal parasite and carries it to humans.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Anticoagulants may react with pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron). This drug has anticoagulant and fibrinolytic effects, which could lead to potential or increased bleeding risks. Antihypertensives, diuretics, and cardiac glycosides do not cause drugdrug interactions with pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron).