When oral mebendazole (Vermox) is prescribed for the treatment of ascariasis, the nurse would expect the drug regimen to be administered:
1. for 1 month.
2. over 3 days.
3. for 7 days.
4. as a single dose.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: This dosage schedule would result in overdose of the client.
Rationale 2: Dosage of oral mebendazole (Vermox) is 3 days.
Rationale 3: This dosage schedule is too long. Vermox can treat this infestation in less time.
Rationale 4: A single dose of Vermox would not be effective in eliminating scariasis.
Global Rationale: Oral mebendazole (Vermox) for 3 days is the standard treatment.
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