A Patient with an Inflammatory Response Is Prescribed Ranitidine (Zantac)75

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient with an inflammatory response is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac) 75 mg once a day.What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Give the drug as ordered.
• B) Hold the drug and notify the prescriber.
• C) Teach the patient to take the drug first thing in the morning.
• D) Ask the patient if he or she is allergic to any drugs or other substances.

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Definitions:

Impetigo

A contagious skin infection usually caused by germs commonly called staph and strep.

Abuse

A practice or behavior that is not indicative of or in line with sound medical or fiscal activity.

Supervising Licensed Practitioner

A certified healthcare professional responsible for overseeing and guiding the clinical practice of junior or less experienced staff.

Infectious Conjunctivitis

A highly contagious condition, often referred to as pink eye, characterized by the inflammation of the outermost layer of the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelid.