What is the most important precaution to teach a patient who is prescribed any antiviral drug?
a. "Take the drug exactly as prescribed and for as long as prescribed."
b. "Never take any antibacterial drugs while you are on antiviral therapy."
c. "Drink at least 3 L of water daily for the entire time you are taking this drug."
d. "Avoid unnecessary exposure to this drug by stopping it when you have no symptoms for 24 hours."
ANS: A
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