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DelorasTo

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient seen in the clinic has symptoms of persistent cough, fever, and night sweats. He recently entered the United States from the Philippines. Which of the following is the most plausible explanation for the patient's condition?
 
  A) Latent tuberculosis
  B) Bacterial pneumonia
  C) Active tuberculosis
  D) Emphysema

Question 2

You are the nurse educating new parents on prevention and treatment of constipation with infants. What is the most effective and safest way to treat constipation in infants prior to bowel training?
 
  A) Milk of magnesia
  B) Sorbitol
  C) Dulcolax suppositories
  D) Glycerin suppositories


jliusyl

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

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Emigration from countries where the disease occurs, such as the Philippines, places patients at risk for tuberculosis. Active tuberculosis is characterized by symptoms of cough, fever, and night sweats. Patients with latent tuberculosis exhibit no symptoms and do not feel sick. Bacterial pneumonia is not commonly noted with night sweats. Emphysema is not noted with fever.

Answer to Question 2

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Glycerin suppositories are often effective in infants and children. Milk of magnesia, sorbitol, and Dulcolax suppositories are not recommended.


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