The nurse administers penicillin to a client and monitors the client for an adverse reaction despite that the client said she was not allergic to penicillin. What is the rationale for checking for adverse reactions? Select all answers that apply

Question

A) A person can be allergic to any medication at any time.
B) Medications can react with over-the-counter medications to cause toxicity.
C) Certain medications react with orange juice to cause toxicity.
D) If medications are not taken on an empty stomach, adverse reactions may occur.
E) Medications can react with herbal supplements to cause adverse reactions.
F) Medications can react with other medications prescribed for the client.

Answer 1

A, B, E, F
Feedback:
A person can be allergic to any medication at any time. Over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements, in combination with prescribed drugs, can cause serious undesired effects. Also, certain medications, if taken with grapefruit juice, can cause toxicity. Some medications should always be taken with food, whereas others should be taken on an empty stomach.