The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Multiple

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has multiple sclerosis.The patient is experiencing an acute attack.Which drug does the nurse anticipate the provider will order?

• A)Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
• B)Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
• C)Glatiramer acetate (Copaxone)
• D)Interferon-B (IFN-B)

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Definitions:

Adequate Nutrition

Receiving a balanced intake of essential nutrients in the correct proportions to maintain health and support the body's functions.

Cephalocaudal

Describes the developmental progression in humans where growth and skill development start from the head and move towards the feet.

Differentiation

The process of distinguishing or becoming distinct in terms of identity, characteristics, or functionality.

Cephalocaudal

A pattern of growth where development begins at the head and progresses downwards toward the feet.