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Question 1 of 5

What is the best method of monitoring therapeutic blood levels of vancomycin during therapy?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Peak and trough levels ensure vancomycin concentrations remain therapeutic, minimizing toxicity.

Question 2 of 5

The term 'mutations' refers to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Mutations are permanent, heritable DNA changes that can affect organism traits.

Question 3 of 5

A patient asks the nurse to define hypersensitivity reaction. The nurse begins by telling the patient that a hypersensitivity reaction is also called:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hypersensitivity reactions are immune-mediated allergic responses to allergens.

Question 4 of 5

Before administering cefazolin (Ancef), the nurse checks for a previous allergic reaction to:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Penicillins and cephalosporins share a similar beta-lactam ring structure, increasing the risk of cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to penicillin.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following would reduce the absorption of ciprofloxacin?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Antacids with aluminum, magnesium, or calcium form complexes with ciprofloxacin, reducing absorption.

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When asked if there are any regulatory controls on herbal or dietary supplements, the nurse responds to the client by informing him that herbal and dietary supplements are regulated by the:

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