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renzo156

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Co-trimoxazole (Bactrim, Septra) has a half-life of 8 to 12 hours. Based on this information, the nurse decides to administer the drug at which time(s) each day?
 
  a. 9:00 AM
  b. 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM
  c. 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 8:00 PM
  d. 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM, and 12:00 AM

Question 2

A client is ordered to receive co-trimoxazole (Bactrim, Septra). The nurse assesses for side effects. What causes the nurse the greatest concern?
 
  a. Neutropenia and agranulocytosis
  b. Nausea and vomiting
  c. Headache and vertigo
  d. Fatigue and anorexia


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Sulfonamides, like co-trimoxazole, are scheduled bid.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Although all of these may be side effects of this medication, neutropenia and agranulocytosis causes most concern because of immunosuppression and the potential for infections.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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