A nurse is caring for a patient who has a superficial fungal infection and notes that the provider has ordered 200 mg of ketoconazole [Nizoral] 200 mg PO once daily. Which action by the nurse is correct?
a. Administer the drug as ordered.
b. Contact the provider to discuss twice daily dosing.
c. Discuss a 400-mg daily drug regimen with the provider.
d. Request an order for a different antifungal medication.
D
Because of the risk of serious and potentially fatal hepatic necrosis with oral ketoconazole, it is not recommended for use in treating superficial fungal infections. Another antifungal medication should be ordered.
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