The nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin (Amoxil) to a patient and learns that the patient previously experienced a rash when taking penicillin.
Which action will the nurse take?

Choice A rationale

ACE inhibitors can cause teratogenic effects, meaning they can harm a developing fetus. Therefore, precautions should be taken to avoid pregnancy while taking these drugs.

Choice B rationale

Spermicidal jellies alone are not a highly reliable form of contraception. For women taking ACE inhibitors, a more reliable method of contraception is recommended to prevent pregnancy.

Choice C rationale

The minipill, a progestin-only contraceptive, is not the contraceptive of choice when the risk of teratogenic effects from ACE inhibitors is considered. Barrier methods are preferred to avoid potential drug interactions.

Choice D rationale

Barrier contraception, such as condoms or diaphragms, is recommended for women taking ACE inhibitors to prevent pregnancy due to the teratogenic risk associated with these drugs.

Choice A rationale

Monitoring the weekly pulse is not sufficient for managing ventricular arrhythmias at home. Continuous or daily monitoring of vital parameters is more effective.

Choice B rationale

Monitoring daily fluid intake is essential for overall health but not directly related to the management of ventricular arrhythmias with propranolol (Inderal).

Choice C rationale

Daily blood pressure monitoring is crucial for patients on propranolol, as this medication can significantly lower blood pressure, and tracking it helps prevent hypotension.

Choice D rationale

Weekly weight monitoring is important for patients with heart conditions, but daily monitoring of blood pressure is more directly related to the management of ventricular arrhythmias with propranolol.