A nurse is teaching a class on drugs that affect pediatric patients. When discussing age-related effects of medications in children, which statement made by a member of the class demonstrates a need for further teaching?
a. Glucocorticoids augment growth.
b. Tetracyclines discolor the teeth.
c. Sulfonamides cause kernicterus.
d. Aspirin may cause Reye's syndrome.
ANS: A
Glucocorticoids do not augment growth in growing children. Rather, they suppress growth, particularly if taken long term; this statement indicates that further teaching is required.
Tetracyclines can discolor the teeth in children ages 4 months to 8 years; no further education is required.
Sulfonamides may cause kernicterus; no further education is required.
When administered to a child with a viral disorder, such as chickenpox, aspirin may cause Reye's syndrome; no further education is required.
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