A client with psoriasis is receiving a vitamin D analog. Which instruction should the nurse give the client?
A) "The drug can be can be taken long term to maintain remission."
B) "The drug will be tapered after symptoms subside."
C) "The drug should not be taken during pregnancy."
D) "The drug may cause burning and itching."
A) "The drug can be can be taken long term to maintain remission."
Explanation: A) Vitamin D analogs can be introduced into treatment before corticosteroids are tapered and may be continued afterward to give a longer time of remission than corticosteroids.
B) Vitamin D can be used to provide a longer remission after symptoms subside.
C) Vitamin D may be used during pregnancy.
D) Topical retinoids (vitamin A derivative that reduces skin cell proliferation and reduces inflammation) are teratogenic (cause fetal death or anomalies) and often cause itching and burning when applied.
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