Msn 611 quiz 1 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is direct observation therapy? correct answer: - Used with patients who are noncompliant and do not show signs of improvement after treatment. Noncompliance is a major factor in multidrug resistance and treatment failures - Provide drugs directly to the patient and watch patient swallow drugs - Costly, but preferred to ensure adherence When is direct observation therapy normally done? correct answer: in emergency settings, primarily with meds for communicable diseases What is anti...

MSN 611 Quiz 2 Already Rated A The primary care NP sees a 68 yer old male having difficulty initiating urine stream and urine frequency. Pt has no significant past medical history and vitals at visit are as follows: BP 112/72, HR 70, Temp 98.7 F. Which of the following is most appropriate to treat the pts' current symptoms? Tamsulosin A patient who has been taking propranolol for 6 months reporting having nocturnal cough and SOB. The primary care NP should: tell the patient to stop ta...

MSN 611 - Quiz 1 (1) Questions With Complete Solutions What is direct observation therapy? When is direct observation therapy normally done? What is antimicrobial stewardship? What are some techniques used in antimicrobial stewardship? What is a common side effect of many antibiotics regarding the GI system? What should you teach patients regarding this? What is a common side effect of antibiotics regarding the vagina? Medication should not be taken together with ___________ What is impo...