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DyllonKazuo

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A 70-year-old man is being treated for herpes zoster virus. He has been prescribed acyclovir (Zovirax). The clinic nurse should prioritize assessments of which of the following?
 
  A) Neurologic function
  B) Renal function
  C) Cardiac function
  D) Respiratory function

Question 2

A nurse will use extreme caution when administering heparin to which of the following patients?
 
  A) A 56-year-old male who smokes and drinks alcohol occasionally
  B) A 22-year-old female with urticaria
  C) A 38-year-old male with peptic ulcer disease
  D) A 54-year-old female with accelerated heart rate



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B



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