Which of the following information related to medications should the nurse include in the teaching plan for a client who is positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
a. Do not skip a dose. If a dose is missed, double the next dose.
b. Take this medication at any time after eating.
c. Tell the prescriber if you decide to stop treatment.
d. Wait until the next visit before reporting significant side effects.
C
Instruct all clients taking retrovirals as follows: Take the drug at specified intervals. Do not skip a dose. Do not increase or decrease the number of pills you take. If side effects occur, tell your physician or nurse. If you do not want to take the drugs, tell your primary care provider. If you take the drugs only periodically, it would be better not to take them at all.
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