A patient is taking chloroquine (Aralen) to treat acute malaria. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of this medication?
a. "I should abstain from alcohol while taking this medication."
b. "I should report urine output less than 1000 mL/day."
c. "I should report visual changes immediately."
d. "I should take this drug on an empty stomach."
ANS: C
Patients taking chloroquine (Aralen) have a risk of visual injury related to side effects of blurred vision and should report visual changes to the provider. There is no restriction on alcohol. Patient should report urine output of less than 600 mL/day, and patients should take the drug with food.
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