A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new prescription for amoxicillin.
Which of the following findings indicates that the client is having an allergic reaction to the medication?

Choice A rationale:

Oxycodone overdose typically results in constricted (not dilated) pupils due to its action on the central nervous system.

Choice B rationale:

Oxycodone overdose can cause respiratory depression, leading to slow and shallow breathing (bradypnea), not rapid breathing (tachypnea)

Choice C rationale:

Oxycodone does not typically cause tachycardia. It can cause bradycardia due to its action on the central nervous system.

Choice D rationale:

Sedation is a common effect of oxycodone and can be more pronounced in cases of overdose due to the drug’s depressant effect on the central nervous system.

Choice A rationale:

“You must rinse your mouth out after each dose.” This is incorrect. Rinsing the mouth after each dose is usually recommended for inhaled corticosteroids, not oral prednisone.

Choice B rationale:

“You should take this medication on an empty stomach.” This is incorrect. Prednisone should be taken with food to prevent stomach upset.

Choice C rationale:

“You should take a calcium supplement while taking this medication.” This is correct because long-term use of prednisone can lead to bone loss (osteoporosis) Taking a calcium supplement can help protect bone health.

Choice D rationale:

“You can expect some weight loss with this medication.” This is incorrect. Weight gain, not weight loss, is a common side effect of long-term prednisone use.