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dejastew

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The nurse is providing patient education to a young adult patient who takes tetracycline (Sumycin). Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  a. Tetracycline can be used for acne, too.
  b. Tetracycline will help my H. pylori.
  c. Tetracycline will stain my teeth.
  d. I should not take this with my laxatives.

Question 2

The nurse prepares to administer medications to a group of patients. For the patient with which condition would doxycycline (Atridox) most likely be indicated?
 
  a. Renal failure
  b. Lyme disease
  c. Periodontal disease
  d. Sexually acquired proctitis


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Tetracycline only stains adult teeth if it is taken when a child is 4 months to 8 years of age; This statement indicates a need for further teaching.
Tetracycline is indicated for H. pylori and acne; no further teaching is needed.
Tetracycline should not be taken with laxatives, because they will absorb the medication and render it ineffective; no further teaching is necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Atridox is the topical form of doxycycline; it is administered only topically in patients with periodontal disease.
The oral (PO) form of doxycycline is safe (and indicated) for the treatment of renal failure, Lyme disease, and sexually acquired proctitis.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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