A client who is on antiretroviral drugs has developed neuropathy, which may be an adverse effect of the therapy. What advice should the nurse give?

A) Discontinue the drugs immediately and consult a physician.
B) Take the drugs only with meals.
C) Increase the intake of vitamin B12 and thiamine supplements.
D) Reduce the dosage of the drugs.


C

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What will be an ideal response?

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