A patient with a chlamydial infection is taking a 7-day course of doxycycline (Vibramycin). What information should the nurse provide?
a. Return in 1 month for a follow-up culture.
b. Take the drug on an empty stomach with a minimum of fluid.
c. Delay sexual activity until cured.
d. Expect genital or anal itching or burning.
C
The patient with a chlamydial infection should delay sexual activity until completely clear. Fol-low-up cultures are obtained 4 to 7 days after the initiation of the drug, and the drug should be taken with food or milk.
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