Which information should the nurse include in the client teaching about pharmacotherapy for influenza?
A. Antiviral prescriptions can increase resistance to other strains of the flu.
B. Antiviral prescriptions should be administered within 72 hours of flu symptoms occurring.
C. Antiviral prescriptions decrease the risk of transmission of the flu.
D. Antiviral prescriptions can be used to treat active influenza infections.
Answer: D
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