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brutforce · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client with a fungal infection is prescribed griseofulvin (Fulvicin). What should the nurse instruct the client when taking this medication? (Select all that apply.)

1. Avoid alcohol
2. Restrict bathing
3. Take with meals
4. Avoid a high-fat diet
5. Increase exposure to sunlight

Question 2

The nurse is planning to teach about early recognition of malignant melanoma at a local health fair. A poster using which acronym would be appropriate?

1. Eat RICE.
2. Know your ABCDs.
3. Don't be a BRAT.
4. Watch the SUN.

allisonblackmore · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1, 3

1. Avoid alcohol with this medication.
2. Bathing does not need to be restricted.
3. This medication should be taken with high fat meals.
4. High-fat meals should be eaten with this medication.
5. Sunlight exposure should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. RICE is used for treatment of sprains and strains: rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
2. The acronym represents A for asymmetry, B for border irregularity, C for color variations, and D for greater than 6 cm in diameter. These are the markers indicative of malignant melanoma.
3. The BRAT diet is advised for diarrhea and gastroenteritis: broth, rice, applesauce, and tea.
4. SUN is not used as an acronym.