A Primary Care NP Is Considering Using a Topical Immunosuppressive

question 8

Multiple Choice

A primary care NP is considering using a topical immunosuppressive agent for a patient who has atopic dermatitis that is refractory to treatment with topical corticosteroids.The NP should:

• A) begin therapy with pimecrolimus (Elidel).
• B) tell the patient that these agents may be used long-term.
• C) counsel the patient that these agents are more likely to cause skin atrophy.
• D) tell the patient that laboratory monitoring for hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) suppression will be necessary.

Recognize the need for early intervention in children with cognitive impairments.

Differentiate between types of cognitive impairments based on IQ ratings.

Understand the genetics and characteristics of common cognitive impairments such as fragile X syndrome.

Recognize and manage the care needs and safety of children with hearing loss.

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