In the health clinic, the nurse is counseling a young adult client regarding the use of tetracycline for acne. What educational information should the nurse share with the client regarding this medication?
a. Wear sunscreen.
b. It is acceptable to take with a multivitamin.
c. There are no precautions when taking it.
d. Take it on a full stomach.
a. Wear sunscreen.
FEEDBACK:
a. The client should wear sunscreen, because tetracycline may cause photosensitivity.
b. Any combination of vitamins with trace metals such as iron, calcium, or magnesium will decrease the effect of the antibiotic. .
c. There are many drug interactions with this medicine. .
d. Tetracycline should be taken on an empty stomach for better absorption. .
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