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A patient with ITP has a platelet count of 18,000/mm³ (Normal: 150,000-400,000/mm³). Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A patient has been taking hydroxychloroquine for prolonged therapy. Which monitoring is particularly important?

A patient with trigeminal neuralgia requires pharmacologic treatment. Which medication is FDA-approved for this condition?

A patient with RA has moderate-to-high disease activity. Which treatment approach is appropriate?

A patient with RA has a hemoglobin of 8.5 g/dL and is being considered for a JAK inhibitor. Which medication cannot be started?

A patient has chronic pain but has never received opioids. Which treatment should NOT be initiated?

A 36-year-old patient has an itchy, scaly scalp with greasy yellow scales. OTC dandruff shampoos have not helped. Which treatment is most appropriate?

A patient using topical tretinoin reports that the acne appears worse after starting therapy. What is the best response?

A pregnant patient with RA requires a DMARD. Which medication is identified as the drug of choice in pregnancy?

A 19-year-old patient has severe nodulocystic acne, ice-pick scarring, and significant psychosocial distress despite previous topical retinoids and oral antibiotics. What is the best next treatment?