A client with a nasogastric tube is prescribed therapy to prevent ulcer development.
Which of the following would be the best option for the drug?

Choice A rationale:

Anthelmintic drugs are contraindicated in patients who are pregnant because these drugs can potentially harm the developing fetus. Many anthelmintic drugs have not been studied extensively in pregnant women, and their safety in pregnancy has not been established. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using anthelmintic drugs in pregnant patients to minimize potential risks to both the mother and the fetus.

Choice B rationale:

Anthelmintic drugs should be used cautiously in patients with myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder characterized by muscle weakness and fatigue. Some anthelmintic drugs may have neuromuscular side effects, which can worsen the symptoms in individuals with myasthenia gravis. Therefore, caution is warranted when considering anthelmintic therapy in these patients.

Choice C rationale:

Clinical depression is not a contraindication for anthelmintic drugs. While some side effects of anthelmintic drugs may include mood changes or psychiatric symptoms, these drugs are primarily used to treat parasitic infections and are not contraindicated in patients with clinical depression. The benefits of treating the parasitic infection may outweigh the potential psychiatric side effects.

Choice D rationale:

Children younger than 15 years are not necessarily contraindicated for anthelmintic drugs. The choice of anthelmintic therapy in pediatric patients should be based on the specific drug, the type of parasitic infection, and the age and weight of the child. Anthelmintic drugs are often used in children to treat parasitic infections, but the choice of drug and the dosing regimen should be carefully selected based on individual patient characteristics.

Choice A rationale:

Frequency of urination increasing is not typically associated with iron supplements. Iron supplements are more likely to cause constipation or darkening of stools due to increased iron content in the stool.

Choice B rationale:

Soreness of the throat is not a common side effect of iron supplements. While iron supplements can sometimes cause gastrointestinal discomfort, sore throat is not a usual manifestation.

Choice C rationale:

Itching of the throat might occur when taking iron supplements. Iron can irritate the gastrointestinal tract, and this irritation may extend to the throat, causing mild itching or discomfort.

Choice D rationale:

The color of stools becoming darker is a common side effect of iron supplements. Iron can darken stools and make them appear black, which is known as "black, tarry stools.”. This is due to the unabsorbed iron in the gastrointestinal tract.