A Patient Is Prescribed an Immunosuppressive Agent

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient is prescribed an immunosuppressive agent. Which statement indicates the patient needs additional instruction from the nurse about this drug?

• A) "I should drink a lot of fruit juices, such as grapefruit juice."
• B) "I know to call the physician if I start experiencing a lot of bruising."
• C) "I should drink plenty of water to keep from getting dehydrated."
• D) "If I experience any joint pain, I should take ibuprofen for the pain as needed every 4 hours."

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Definitions:

Affective Component

Refers to the emotional aspect of attitudes, encompassing feelings or emotions linked to an attitude object.

Mere Exposure Effect

The phenomenon by which people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Dissonance Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that inconsistency between a person's beliefs and behaviors causes discomfort, leading to efforts to reduce the inconsistency.

Unpleasant State

A condition or situation that causes discomfort or dissatisfaction.