A client who is being treated for complications related to acquired immunodeficiency disorder syndrome (AIDS) is receiving interferon parenterally as adjunctive therapy. Why does the nurse understand this route is being used?
A) The taste of the medication is not palatable.
B) The medication will work more rapidly parenterally.
C) The medication, given orally, will cause diarrhea.
D) Digestive enzymes destroy its protein structure.
D
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Interferon is administered parenterally because digestive enzymes destroy its protein structure. The medicine does not have an oral preparation.
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