Which statement by a client who has undergone kidney transplantation indicates a need for more teaching?
a. "I will need to continue to take insulin for my diabetes."
b. "I will have to take my cyclosporine for the rest of my life."
c. "I will take the antibiotics three times daily until the medication is finished."
d. "My new kidney is working fine. I do not need to take medications any longer."
D
A crucial role of the nurse in long-term follow-up of the kidney transplantation client involves maintenance of prescribed drug therapy. Such clients will need to take immune suppressants for the rest of their lives to prevent rejection of the kidney.
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