The nurse is teaching the client about the proper way to take the prescribed antibiotics at home. The nurse concludes that the client needs further instruction if the client states:
1. "I will take the medication until it is all gone."
2. "I will stop taking the medication when the symptoms are gone."
3. "I will not skip any doses."
4. "I will call the physician if the symptoms worsen."
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Rationale: Antibiotics are taken until all the medication ordered is taken. The client would need reinforcement if the client thought he should stop the medication when the symptoms are gone. The client is appropriate if he does not skip doses or if he calls if the symptoms get worse.
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