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Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse administers etanercept (Enbrel) to a patient who has just begun therapy. A couple of hours later, the patient complains of conditions that are common reactions associated with etanercept.

Upon further investigation of the patient's complaints, what clinical manifestation would the nurse expect to find?
a. Nausea and vomiting
b. Pruritus and erythema
c. Orange-tinged urine
d. Diarrhea

Question 2

The nurse has provided education to a patient with rheumatoid arthritis on minocycline (Minocin). Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the drug's adverse effects?

a. It's not uncommon to experience a headache.
b. It may make my urine tea colored.
c. Constipation is a common side effect, and I will need extra fluids to prevent this.
d. I will call my prescriber if I develop a skin rash or dizziness.

peilian · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Etanercept is administered by subcutaneous injection. Injection site reactions (pruritus, erythema, swelling, and pain) occur in 37 of patients.
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and orange-tinged urine are not effects associated with etanercept.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Adverse effects associated with minocycline are skin rash and dizziness and should be reported to the health care provider.
Headache is not associated with minocycline.
Minocycline does not affect the color of the urine.
Diarrhea, rather than constipation, is an adverse effect of tetracyclines such as minocycline.