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yoooooman

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The nurse is providing education about tetracycline (Sumycin). Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the administration of this medication?
 
  a. I will avoid taking my medication with dairy products.
  b. I will need to take my antibiotic with grapefruit juice.
  c. I should take my antibiotic with a calcium-containing antacid to minimize ga-strointestinal distress.
  d. I should expect a slight, acne-like rash with this medication.

Question 2

When ototoxicity from an aminoglycoside is beginning, the first sign of impending cochlear damage is:
 
  a. dizziness.
  b. ear pain.
  c. tone deafness.
  d. high-pitched tinnitus.



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Answer to Question 1

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The patient should avoid taking the medication with dairy products to help prevent chelation; no further teaching is required.
Grapefruit juice should be avoided to prevent unexpected interactions; further teaching is neces-sary.
Calcium should be avoided, because it also leads to chelation; further teaching is necessary.
An acne-like reaction would indicate an allergic response; further teaching is necessary.

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yoooooman

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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