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jayhills49 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Photosensitivity is a major complication of tetracycline (Sumycin). In providing client teaching, the nurse should suggest that the client ________ while on the medication.

a. avoid direct sunlight
b. wear a hat and long sleeves in the sun
c. use a tanning bed only with supervision
d. use a suntan lotion with a high SPF

Question 2

A client is to be treated with a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor as a means to decrease intraocular pressure. What priority instruction should be included in the nurse's teaching plan?

a. Allow 5 to 10 minutes after instillation before using another medication.
b. Provide strict fluid restrictions at all times.
c. Provide environmental safety and seizure precautions.
d. Encourage the client to sit in sunlight to enhance metabolism of the drug.

k.lashomb · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
To avoid photosensitivity, the client should avoid direct sunlight while she is taking the medication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
To promote maximum absorption, the client should allow 5 to 10 minutes after the drops are instilled before applying another medication.