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dalyningkenk

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient has edema of the lower extremities with crackles in the lung bases. What diuretic is the nurse most likely to administer?
 
  A) Hydrochlorothiazide
  B) Furosemide
  C) Spironolactone
  D) Mannitol

Question 2

A young woman is seen in the physician's office and wants to ensure that she is vaccinated against hepatitis. Vaccines are available for which of the following types of hepatitis? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Hepatitis A virus
  B) Hepatitis B virus
  C) Hepatitis C virus
  D) Hepatitis D virus
  E) Hepatitis G virus


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Swizqar

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

B
Feedback:
Acute pulmonary edema is an indication for the use of Lasix. HCTZ, spironolactone, and mannitol are not used for this purpose, largely due to their slower onset of action.

Answer to Question 2

A, B
Feedback:
Vaccines are available for hepatitis A and B.


dalyningkenk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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