A patient asks the nurse why she has to take two diuretics when her friend only takes one with a combination medication. The patient takes hydrochlorothiazide 75 mg every day with a potassium-sparing diuretic. What is the nurse's best response?
A) Maybe you should speak with your doctor about the combination.
B) I do not know why your doctor prefers that you take two medications.
C) You may need a larger dose than is available in the combination medications.
D) The combination medications are not as effective as two medications.
Question 2
Alemtuzumab (Campath) is used to treat malignant lymphoid cells. Which of the following factors are important for 3 months after the administration of alemtuzumab?
A) Protect from injury
B) Administer antimicrobial drugs
C) Administer beta-adrenergic agonists
D) Have an EKG monthly