The physician orders cefepime (Maxipime) for a client. What is a priority question for the nurse to ask the client prior to administration of this drug?
1. "Are you breastfeeding?"
2. "Are you pregnant?"
3. "Are you allergic to penicillin?"
4. "Are you allergic to tetracycline?"
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Cefepime (Maxipime) is a Pregnancy Category B drug, and is safe to use while breastfeeding.
Rationale 2: Cefepime (Maxipime) is a Pregnancy Category B drug, and is safe for use during pregnancy.
Rationale 3: Cephalosporins are contraindicated in clients who have experienced a severe allergic reaction to penicillin.
Rationale 4: Cephalosporins are contraindicated in clients who have experienced a severe allergic reaction to penicillin, not tetracycline.
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