NCLEX-RN

Category - Pharmacological

What is the most important health directive given to a patient who is taking tetracycline for urethritis?
  1. Abstain from sexual intercourse for two weeks.
  2. Take tetracycline 1-2 hours before meals.
  3. Monitor for persistence of symptoms.
  4. Properly collect a urine specimen.
Explanation
Answer: B - The nurse should reiterate the importance of taking tetracycline on an empty stomach. For maximum absorption, the drug should be taken preferably 1-2 hours before meals or ingesting other antacids and other contraindicated drugs. The patient is advised to abstain from sexual intercourse for 7-10 days while therapy is ongoing. Persistent symptoms should be reported to the physician for additional treatment.
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