Author Question: A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who is taking an antiviral agent. Client ... (Read 103 times)

kamilo84 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who is taking an antiviral agent. Client teaching associated with antiviral drug therapy includes:

a. reporting an increase in urine output.
b. maintaining adequate fluid intake.
c. decreasing sexual relations with or without the use of a condom.
d. reporting any side effects such as sexual dysfunction, dyspnea, and flushing.

Question 2

The nurse assesses that the client is experiencing an adverse reaction to acyclovir (Zovirax) when the client exhibits which reaction?

a. Paralytic ileus
b. Liver failure
c. Leukopenia and thrombocytopenia
d. Gastric ulceration

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Patients must be well hydrated to avoid nephrotoxicity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Bone marrow suppression subsequent to this medication may cause white blood cell and platelet levels to fall.