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A client with a fever is ordered to receive sulfonamide therapy for an infection. The nurse needs to evaluate the client for which of the following during the course of therapy? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Response to drug therapy
  B) Elevated blood glucose levels
  C) Mental status changes
  D) Occurrence of adverse reactions
  E) Decrease in temperature

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer a prescribed sulfonamide. Which of the following would the nurse do? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Have the client sit up to take the drug
  B) Give the prescribed drug on an empty stomach
  C) Be sure to administer the drug immediately after a meal
  D) Have the client decrease his fluid intake
  E) Encourage the client to drink additional fluids



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, D, E
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During the course of therapy, the nurse evaluates the client at periodic intervals for response to the drug, including relief of symptoms and decrease in temperature, as well as the occurrence of any adverse reactions.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, E
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Oral medication should be administered to clients only when they are in an upright or sitting position. Sulfonamides should be administered on an empty stomach if tolerated with 8 ounces of water. Increased fluid intake is encouraged to prevent crystalluria.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Gracias!

 

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