The client will be receiving disulfiram (Antabuse) for 3 months. What is the priority teaching point at the time of discharge?
1. "Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this drug."
2. "It is very important to take this drug on an empty stomach."
3. "It is very important to take this drug with food."
4. "Do not drink any alcohol for 2 weeks after you stop this drug."
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: "Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this drug" is incorrect. Disulfiram (Antabuse) does not cause drowsiness or sedation and can be used when operating heavy machinery.
Rationale 2: "It is very important to take this drug on an empty stomach" is incorrect. Disulfiram (Antabuse) may be taken with or without food.
Rationale 3: "It is very important to take this drug with food" is incorrect. Disulfiram (Antabuse) may be taken with or without food.
Rationale 4: "Do not drink any alcohol for two weeks after you stop this drug" is a true statement and is the priority. Alcohol sensitivity continues for up to 2 weeks after disulfiram (Antabuse) has been discontinued.
Global Rationale: "Do not drink any alcohol for two weeks after you stop this drug" is a true statement and is the priority. Alcohol sensitivity continues for up to 2 weeks after disulfiram (Antabuse) has been discontinued. "Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this drug" is incorrect. Disulfiram (Antabuse) does not cause drowsiness or sedation and can be used when operating heavy machinery. "It is very important to take this drug on an empty stomach" is incorrect. Disulfiram (Antabuse) may be taken with or without food.
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