A client has labyrinthitis and is prescribed antibiotics. What instruction by the nurse is most important for this client?
a. Immediately report headache or stiff neck.
b. Keep all follow-up appointments.
c. Take the antibiotics with a full glass of water.
d. Take the antibiotic on an empty stomach.
ANS: A
Meningitis is a complication of labyrinthitis. The client should be taught to take all antibiotics as prescribed and to report manifestations of meningitis such as fever, headache, or stiff neck. Keeping follow-up appointments is important for all clients. Without knowing what antibiotic was prescribed, the nurse cannot instruct the client on how to take it.
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