A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has oral candidiasis and a new prescription for nystatin suspension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

“I will take the medication on an empty stomach”

"l will store the medication at room temperature."

"I Will only need to take this medication for a few days."

"1 will spit the medication out after swishing it around my mouth."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Taking the medication on an empty stomach is not necessary
B.   Storing the medication at room temperature is correct to prevent degradation and reduced efficacy.
C.   The duration of treatment with nystatin suspension varies depending on the severity of the infection as fungal infections require days to weeks to clear completely

D. After swishing, it's usually recommended to hold the medicine in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing, to maximize its effectiveness

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Allopurinol is a uric lowering agent that reduces the conversion on hypoxanthine to uric acid lowering its levels in blood. This prevents formation of uric acid crystals which are deposited in joints and tissues in gouty arthritis.

A. Spironolactone is a potassium sparing diuretic used in management of ascites, hypertension and heart failure

C. Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic agent used in management of sleep wake disorders

D. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine used in management of anxiety disorders

A. Take an antacid with the medication if indigestion occurs B. Avoid flossing the teeth to prevent gum irritation C. Alcohol increases the chance of phenytoin toxicity. D. Phenytoin turns urine blue.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

alcohol consumption affects liver metabolism due to injury to the hepatic parenchyma. Impairment of liver function interferes with the metabolism and clearance of phenytoin leading to increased risk of adverse effects.

A-antacids should be avoided as they decrease the absorption of phenytoin

B flossing teeth is important for maintaining oral hygiene reducing the risk of oral complications of phenytoin-induced gingival hyperplasia

D phenytoin does not cause changes in urine color

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