Which of the following test results would not be associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
1. Decreased level of anti-DNA antibodies
2. Decreased level of total complement
3. Increased level of antinuclear antibodies
4. Increased level of rheumatoid factor
Question 2The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who is experiencing diarrhea. What medication would the nurse expect to administer?
1. Loperamide (Imodium)
2. Docusate sodium (Colace)
3. Lorazepam (Ativan)
4. Haloperidol (Haldol)
Question 3The nurse, after reviewing a client's immunization history, realizes that which of the following pathogen toxoids would not be given to an individual to develop an immune response?
1. Attenuated polio
2. Diphtheria toxoid
3. Snake toxin
4. Tetanus toxoid
Question 4The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an infection. The nurse knows that the body has specific cells to entrap invading organisms. Which of the following cells is not a phagocytic cell?
1. Dendritic cells
2. Eosinophils
3. Macrophages
4. Neutrophils
Question 5An elderly client has noted blood in her stool for the past few months. Which information in the medical history would strongly suggest colorectal cancer?
1. Increased bouts of vomiting
2. Change in bowel habits
3. Recent infection in the blood
4. Decrease in appetite
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