A nurse has educated a client on isoniazid (INH). What statement by the client indicates teaching has been effective?
a. "I need to take extra vitamin C while on INH."
b. "I should take this medicine with milk or juice."
c. "I will take this medication on an empty stomach."
d. "My contact lenses will be permanently stained."
ANS: C
INH needs to be taken on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Extra vitamin B needs to be taken while on the drug. Staining of contact lenses commonly occurs while taking rifampin (Rifadin).
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