A patient taking erythromycin reports experiencing nausea and upset stomach. What is your best action?
a. Hold the drug and notify the prescriber immediately.
b. Ensure that the drug is given with or after food.
c. Ask if the patient has any drug allergies.
d. Document the report as the only action.
Question 2
After starting to take clindamycin (Cleocin) 150 mg every 8 hours, which laboratory results are important for you to monitor?
a. Potassium
b. Sodium
c. Creatinine
d. Red blood cells