A nurse teaches a client with hepatitis C who is prescribed ribavirin (Copegus). Which statement should the nurse include in this client's discharge education?
a. "Use a pill organizer to ensure you take this medication as prescribed."
b. "Transient muscle aching is a common side effect of this medication."
c. "Follow up with your provider in 1 week to test your blood for toxicity."
d. "Take your radial pulse for 1 minute prior to taking this medication."
ANS: A
Treatment of hepatitis C with ribavirin takes up to 48 weeks, making compliance a serious issue. The nurse should work with the client on a strategy to remain compliant for this length of time. Muscle aching is not a common side effect. The client will be on this medication for many weeks and does not need a blood toxicity examination. There is no need for the client to assess his or her radial pulse prior to taking the medication.
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