A patient has been prescribed cefuroxime (Ceftin). What should the nurse teach the patient about this medication?
Select all that apply.
1. Take on an empty stomach.
2. Avoid alcohol.
3. Report any hearing loss.
4. Eat yogurt daily.
5. Complete the prescription.
Correct Answer: 1, 4, 5
Cefuroxime (Ceftin) is a cephalosporin and must be taken on an empty stomach. Yogurt helps prevent intestinal superinfection, and the entire prescription must be completed in order to be effective. Hearing loss applies to the aminoglycosides. This cephalosporin is not identified as causing alcohol intolerance.
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