Shiela has rheumatism and has taken anti-inflammatory drugs for it. Now she has a stomach ulcer and is put on chemotherapy because of it. It is placed on Tabl. Nexium 20mg x1 a day. 1. Discuss how the medicine works and tell about two common side effects. 2. Do any special measures need to be taken when taking the medicine?

Shiela has rheumatism and has taken anti-inflammatory drugs for it. Now she has a stomach ulcer and is put on chemotherapy because of it. It is placed on Tabl. Nexium 20mg x1 a day. 1. Discuss how the medicine works and tell about two common side effects. 2. Do any special measures need to be taken when taking the medicine?

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter22: The Patient History And Documentation

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