Author Question: The nurse is providing patient education about antifungal medications. Which of the following ... (Read 34 times)

colton · **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 medica-tion? To enhance absorption, I should take the medication with a. beer.
b. milk.
c. soda.
d. lemonade.

Question 2

The nurse would use hydrogen peroxide in wound care:

a. because it is an effective antiseptic.
b. to loosen debris and facilitate cleansing.
c. to protect the wound.
d. to treat localized infection.

14vl19 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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

Answer to Question 2

b