A patient is taking diethylcarbamazine (Hetrazan) to treat a filarial infestation. The patient reports intense itching and a rash after several days of therapy. What will the nurse tell this patient?
a. These symptoms are caused by death of the parasite.
b. This is a minor, direct adverse effect of the drug.
c. This is a sign the infestation is worsening.
d. This warrants discontinuation of the drug.
ANS: A
Indirect effects of therapy with diethylcarbamazine, such as itching and a rash, are the result of death of the parasite. These effects are transient. They are not direct effects of the drug. They do not indicate worsening of the infestation. They do not warrant discontinuation of the drug.
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