To minimized the most common side effect of tetracycline therapy, nurse Jannie should instruct the client to:
a. Drink at least 2,00ml of fluid a day
b. Take medicine with a full glass of water
c. Take the medicine with milk or an antacid
d. Increase the intake of high fiber foods and roughage
Answer B. Tetracycline should be taken with a full glass of water to prevent esophageal erosion and gastrointestinal irritation, the most common complaint of clients taking medication.
Manifestations include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric distress, and abdominal discomfort.
a. Drink at least 2,00ml of fluid a day
b. Take medicine with a full glass of water
c. Take the medicine with milk or an antacid
d. Increase the intake of high fiber foods and roughage
Answer B. Tetracycline should be taken with a full glass of water to prevent esophageal erosion and gastrointestinal irritation, the most common complaint of clients taking medication.
Manifestations include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric distress, and abdominal discomfort.
