A client is in the urgent care center after experiencing a black widow spider bite. The nurse prepares to give which product to treat this injury?
Antivenins or antisera
Active immunizing drug
Live vaccine
Tetanus immune globulin
The Correct Answer is A
Antivenins are used to neutralize toxins from the bite
B, C – Not relevant
D- Only used when there are concerns of contamination which is not present in a spider bite
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Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]
Explanation
A. vancomycin can be nephrotoxic and fluid restriction is inappropriate
B. Slow infusion of vancomycin is key to avoid flush reactions
C. Normal trough levels for vancomycin are 10-20mcg/ml- 24mcg/ml increases risk of toxicity
D. Monitoring serum creatinine monitors for renal damage
E. Vancomycin can cause hearing loss and clients should be advised any early signs of ototoxicitysuch as ear fullness
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. anticholinergics cause dry mouth due to reduced secretion in the salivary glands and artificial saliva is important
B. Fluid intake is encouraged especially due to dry mouth
C. Discontinuing medication without consulting the provider is inappropriate
D. Taking medication on an empty stomach isn’t related to absorption
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