Which instruction has priority when teaching a patient about clozapine (Clozaril)?
a. "Avoid unprotected sex."
b. "Report sore throat and fever immediately."
c. "Reduce foods high in polyunsaturated fats."
d. "Use over-the-counter preparations for rashes."
ANS: B
Clozapine therapy may produce agranulocytosis; therefore, signs of infection should be immediately reported to the health care provider. In addition, the patient should have white blood cell levels measured weekly. The other options are not relevant to clozapine.
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