Commonly prescribed antimicrobial agents
Commonly prescribed antimicrobial agents ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client with a bacterial respiratory tract infection who is receiving azithromycin (Zithromax).
Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Choice A is correct because azithromycin can cause liver toxicity and hepatitis, so the nurse should monitor the client’s liver function tests.
Choice B is wrong because azithromycin can be taken with or without food.
Choice C is wrong because azithromycin does not interact with dairy products.
Choice D is correct because azithromycin can increase the risk of sunburn and photosensitivity, so the nurse should advise the client to use sunscreen and avoid excessive sun exposure.
Choice E is correct because azithromycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic that requires the client to complete the full course of therapy to prevent bacterial resistance and recurrence of infection.
Choice A is correct because azithromycin can cause liver toxicity and hepatitis, so the nurse should monitor the client’s liver function tests.
Choice B is wrong because azithromycin can be taken with or without food.
Choice C is wrong because azithromycin does not interact with dairy products.
Choice D is correct because azithromycin can increase the risk of sunburn and photosensitivity, so the nurse should advise the client to use sunscreen and avoid excessive sun exposure.
Choice E is correct because azithromycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic that requires the client to complete the full course of therapy to prevent bacterial resistance and recurrence of infection.