A young woman at the college health office is being treated for a urinary tract infection. She returns three days after being on the antibiotic and tells the nurse that her condition has not improved. What information does the nurse need to ask? (Select all that apply.)

Question

a. Did you purchase a generic brand?
b. Are you taking the medication as prescribed?
c. What daily supplements do you take?
d. Are you taking the medication as prescribed?
e. Are you sexually active?

Answer 1

b. Are you taking the medication as prescribed?
c. What daily supplements do you take?
d. Are you taking the medication as prescribed?
FEEDBACK:
a. The nurse does not need to ask if the client is using a generic brand.
b. Compliance is a major reason for drug failure. .
c. Many medications and supplements can cause drug interactions, leading to a decreased effect of the antibiotic. For example, Ciprofloxin (a commonly used antibiotic for UTI) combined with calcium tablets lowers the effectiveness of the dose significantly. .
d. The client may not have a good understanding regarding the directions for taking the medication. .
e. This information does not apply to the situation.