A client tells the nurse that he is having nausea and decreased appetite during drug therapy with a tetracycline antibiotic. Which statement is the nurse's best advice to the client?

"Take each dose with a glass of milk."

"Drink a full glass of water with each dose."

"Take it with cheese and crackers or yogurt."

"Take an antacid with each dose as needed."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Rationale- water helps dilute and flush the drug down Milk, yogurt and antacids affect absorption of tetracycline

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Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

Explanation

Methotrexate inhibits the synthesis of purines. Purines and pyrimidines are the building blocks of DNA synthesis in every cell in the body. It affects the production of white blood cells and hence lowers the immunity and hence the client is at a higher risk for infections

Avoiding infected persons and hand hygiene prevents infections. Alcohol should be avoided as it increases the risk of liver damage

E-it takes several weeks to months to produce its effects

A. A more potent effect B. Shorter duration C. Lack of rebound congestion D. Immediate onset

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

C. nasal decongestants cause vasoconstriction to reduce blood flow and secretions. On wearing off, the vessels dilate causing rebound nasal congestion
A. Oral formulation is less potent
B. Oral formulation have longer duration of effect that could cause systemic side effects
D. nasal sprays have immediate action as they bypass metabolism

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