The highest priority nursing intervention for the client receiving azithromycin (Zithromax) is to:
a. assess liver enzymes on a regular basis.
b. instruct the client to take the drug on an empty stomach.
c. administer a laxative daily to prevent constipation.
d. administer each dose of medication with antacids.
Question 2
A 7-year-old client is being evaluated for treatment with tetracycline. Which knowledge is most important for the nurse to share with the client and parents about tetracycline?
a. Tetracycline is safe if taken during pregnancy.
b. Tetracycline may cause permanent discoloration to the teeth if taken before age 8 years.
c. Tetracycline causes bone marrow suppression in clients of all ages.
d. Tetracycline should be taken with milk or milk products and antacids to avoid gastrointestinal side effects.
A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs.
Nursing care
Nursing Assessment Questions
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