Author Question: A young mother tells you that her 6-month-old baby has a cough and that she is giving the baby an ... (Read 98 times)

melly21297 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A young mother tells you that her 6-month-old baby has a cough and that she is giving the baby an OTC cough and decongestant preparation. You teach this young mother:

1. that over-the-counter medication is safe for infants.
2. that these products are not safe for infants.
3. that these products are safe if given diluted.
4. that these products are safe in infants over 6 months.

Question 2

After taking penicillamine for 4 weeks, a patient has not noticed any improvement. She should be told that:

1. therapeutic effects may not be seen for several more weeks.
2. she may not be taking a high enough dosage.
3. she should be switched to another drug.
4. she should take other antiarthritis medications at the same time to help in control-ling the symptoms.

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

Answer to Question 1

2
In 2007, the FDA announced that over-the-counter cold products should not be used in infants because they are unsafe.

Answer to Question 2

1
The therapeutic effects may not be seen for 3 to 6 months.