Author Question: The nurse is teaching a group of patients with allergic rhinitis about the use of their medications. ... (Read 33 times)

mp14 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is teaching a group of patients with allergic rhinitis about the use of their medications. What would be the most essential information to give these patients about preventing possible drug interactions?

A) Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are safe to use.
B) Use only one pharmacy so the pharmacist can check drug interactions.
C) Read drug labels before taking OTC medications.
D) Ask the pharmacy tech for assistance in selecting an OTC medication.

Question 2

A patient comes to the clinic to receive a Botox injection in her forehead. The patient has adult acne across her forehead. What is the nurse's priority action?

A) Hold the injection and consult the health care provider.
B) Cleanse the area well with an antibacterial soap.
C) Apply a topical antibiotic after administering the Botox.
D) Provide patient information about post-Botox injection care.

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

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Teach patients to read the OTC labels to avoid inadvertent overdose. It would be inappropriate to teach the patient to use only one pharmacy for OTC medications. OTC medications are generally safe to use if used correctly. Asking the pharmacy tech for help in selecting an OTC medication is appropriate but not the most essential information to give the patients.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Botulinum toxins should not be injected into any area with an active infection because of the risk of exacerbation of the infection. As a result, the nurse would hold the injection and consult with the physician, with the expectation the medication would be held until the acne resolved. Cleansing the area well, applying a topical antibiotic, and providing information about postinjection care would not resolve the problem and are not indicated.