A patient is prescribed mefloquine (Lariam) for malaria prophylaxis. When should the nurse instruct mefloquine be started?
A) 1 week prior to entering an endemic area
B) 1 to 2 days prior to entering an endemic area
C) On arrival to an endemic area
D) When mosquitoes are present
A
Feedback:
Lariam should be taken 1 week prior to entering a malarial area. Therefore, options B, C, and D are incorrect.
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