The nurse cautions a patient who is taking disulfiram (Antabuse) that ____ should be avoided
1. Aged cheese
2. Pickled foods
3. Mouthwash
4. Chocolate candy
3
Mouthwash contains alcohol and can trigger the effect of an Antabuse reaction. The alco-holic taking Antabuse needs to be aware of the hidden alcohol in some commonly used mouthwashes and other over-the-counter drugs.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1274
OBJ: 3 TOP: Medications KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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