Prior to administering a drug used to treat anemia, the nurse should assess a client's vital signs, ability to carry out activities of daily living, and general appearance, and for the presence of which of the following other general symptoms?

Choice A rationale:

Long-term therapy is not typically used for household members and close associates of a client with TB. It is primarily used for treating active tuberculosis in the patient.

Choice B rationale:

Latent therapy is used to treat individuals who have latent TB infection but are not actively spreading the disease. It is not used for household members and close associates to prevent the spread.

Choice C rationale:

This is the correct answer. DOT (Directly Observed Therapy) therapy is a method used to ensure that patients with TB take their medications as prescribed. Household members and close associates may be asked to help ensure the patient's adherence to therapy by directly observing them take their medications, thus preventing the spread of the disease.

Choice D rationale:

Short-term therapy is not a specific term used in the context of TB treatment. The most appropriate choice for preventing the spread of TB among household members and close associates is DOT therapy.

Choice A rationale:

Fever is a common side effect of the influenza vaccine (Fluzone). It's not usually a severe adverse reaction and is typically mild and short-lived. Patients should be informed about this potential side effect so they are aware and can take appropriate measures, such as taking antipyretic medications if needed.

Choice B rationale:

Hypotension is not a common adverse reaction to the influenza vaccine. While vaccines can sometimes cause allergic reactions, leading to symptoms like hypotension, this is very rare. Warning about this potential side effect would not be a priority.

Choice C rationale:

Sedation is not a common adverse reaction to the influenza vaccine. In general, the influenza vaccine is not associated with sedation. This side effect is more likely to be associated with medications or treatments other than vaccines.

Choice D rationale:

Constipation is not a common side effect of the influenza vaccine. Gastrointestinal symptoms like constipation are not typically associated with the influenza vaccine. It's important to focus on informing patients about potential side effects that are more likely to occur.