Author Question: The nurse is providing patient education about antifungal medications. Which of the following ... (Read 54 times)

SGallaher96 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is providing patient education about antifungal medications. Which of the following statements by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the administration of this medication?

To enhance absorption, I should take the medication with
a. beer.
b. milk.
c. soda.
d. lemonade.

Question 2

A patient has been diagnosed with onychomycosis and is prescribed terbinafine (Lamisil). The nurse provides education about the medication. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of treatment with terbinafine?

a. I should take the medication daily with food for 1 month.
b. I will be taking this medication for 3 to 6 months.
c. I should take the medication on an empty stomach to increase absorption.
d. I understand that the cure rate is 75 with this medication.

kescobar@64 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The patient should drink soda or eat food when taking an antifungal medication to enhance absorption of the drug.
Milk, lemonade, and beer are not suggested.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The patient will be taking terbinafine for 3 to 6 months.
The medication causes gastrointestinal upset and should be taken with food to minimize effects. The cure rate with terbinafine is 50.