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codyclark

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A patient has sustained a burn from a gas grill. She has been prescribed a sulfonamide to prevent a burn infection. What route is preferred in the prevention of a burn infection?
 
  A) Intrathecal
  B) Topical
  C) Parenteral
  D) Oral

Question 2

A patient is prescribed zanamivir (Relenza) to treat influenza B. The patient has a history of asthma. For which of the following symptoms should the nurse assess?
 
  A) Bradycardia
  B) Pneumonia
  C) Bronchospasm
  D) Pulmonary embolism


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

B
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Topical sulfonamides are used in prevention of burn wound infections. Sulfonamides are not administered intrathecally. Parenteral and oral administrations are not recommended for the prevention of a burn infection.

Answer to Question 2

C


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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