A client exhibits muscular tremors, drooling, gait changes, and spasms. When reviewing the client's medication history, which would the nurse most likely find?

A. This statement is accurate as antiviral drugs primarily reduce the severity and duration of viral infections but do not prevent transmission to others.

B. The statement that "antivirals are the cure for viral infections" is incorrect, as most antivirals manage symptoms or reduce viral load rather than completely curing the infection, indicating a need for further instruction.

C. This statement is correct; following prescribed application guidelines for topical antivirals is essential to avoid skin irritation or decreased efficacy.

D. This statement is also correct, as using gloves or a finger cot is recommended to prevent contamination and protect the healthcare worker from exposure while applying topical antivirals.

A. A drug that binds tightly to protein is typically released slowly, not quickly, as it remains bound in circulation.

B. Tight binding to proteins usually results in a prolonged duration of action since the drug is released gradually into the bloodstream, leading to sustained therapeutic effects.

C. Drugs that bind tightly to protein are generally not excreted quickly; they remain in circulation longer due to the binding.

D. While toxicity can occur with any drug, tight protein binding does not inherently lead to toxicity; it primarily affects the pharmacokinetics of the drug.