Author Question: Which of the following represent contraindications to treatment with a sulfonamide? Select all that ... (Read 30 times)

deesands · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following represent contraindications to treatment with a sulfonamide? Select all that apply.

A) Children younger than 6 years of age
B) Adults older than 65 years of age
C) Lactating females
D) Clients with group A beta-hemolytic streptococci infections
E) Women in the second trimester of pregnancy

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. When obtaining the client's drug history, the client reports using an herbal product in the past to prevent and relieve the symptoms. Which of the following would the client most likely identify?

A) Ginger
B) Feverfew
C) Saw palmetto
D) Cranberry

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

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C, D
Feedback:
The sulfonamides are contraindicated in clients with hypersensitivity to the sulfonamides, during lactation, in children younger than 2 years of age, near the end of pregnancy, and for infections caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
Cranberries and cranberry juice are commonly used remedies for preventing and relieving symptoms of UTIs. However, if an individual suspects a UTI, medical attention is necessary.