A client with a fever is ordered to receive sulfonamide therapy for an infection. The nurse needs to evaluate the client for which of the following during the course of therapy? Select all that apply
A) Response to drug therapy
B) Elevated blood glucose levels
C) Mental status changes
D) Occurrence of adverse reactions
E) Decrease in temperature
Ans: A, D, E
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During the course of therapy, the nurse evaluates the client at periodic intervals for response to the drug, including relief of symptoms and decrease in temperature, as well as the occurrence of any adverse reactions.
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