An adolescent with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is prescribed abatacept (Orencia). Which should the nurse teach the adolescent regarding this medication? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoid receiving live immunizations while taking the medication.
b. Before beginning this medication, a tuberculin screening test will be done.
c. You will be getting a twice-a-day dose of this medication.
d. This medication is taken orally.
ANS: A, B
Abatacept reduces inflammation by inhibiting T cells and is given intravenously every 4 weeks. Possible side effects of biologics include an increased infection risk. Because of the infection risk, children should be evaluated for tuberculosis exposure before starting these medications. Live vaccines should be avoided while taking these agents.
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