A client who is on sulfonamide therapy is about to be discharged. Which of the following precautions should the nurse instruct the client to follow to reduce the effects of photosensitivity?
A) Wear protective clothing and sunscreen when outside.
B) Increase fluid intake.
C) Avoid lights while indoors.
D) Wear protective footwear.
Ans: A
Feedback:
The nurse should encourage a client to wear protective clothing while going out in the sun to reduce the effect of photosensitivity. While increasing the fluid intake is recommended, it does not help combat the effects of photosensitivity. There is no need to avoid lights while indoors; the skin becomes sensitive only to harsh sunlight during sulfonamide therapy. Wearing protective footwear may protect the feet from injury, but it will not protect the skin from the harmful effects of photosensitivity.
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