A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has oral candidiasis and a new prescription for nystatin suspension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
“I will take the medication on an empty stomach”
"l will store the medication at room temperature."
"I Will only need to take this medication for a few days."
"1 will spit the medication out after swishing it around my mouth."
The Correct Answer is B
A. Taking the medication on an empty stomach is not necessary
B. Storing the medication at room temperature is correct to prevent degradation and reduced efficacy.
C. The duration of treatment with nystatin suspension varies depending on the severity of the infection as fungal infections require days to weeks to clear completely
D. After swishing, it's usually recommended to hold the medicine in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing, to maximize its effectiveness
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Correct Answer is C
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A. Rifampin should be taken on an empty stomach, as food can interfere with its absorption.
B. Insomnia is not a common side effect of rifampin
D. Treatment for tuberculosis goes on for at least 6 to 9 months. Treatment duration varies depending on the specific regimen and the severity of the infection.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
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