A patient unable to tolerate trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) has been prescribed atovaquone (Mepron) for active P. jiroveci pneumonia. The nurse provides patient education
Which response by the patient about atovaquone suspension indicates a need for further teach-ing? a. "I may experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea."
b. "I should take this medication on an empty stomach to promote absorption."
c. "I should eat a fatty meal with my medication."
d. "I should take the medication twice daily for 21 days."
B
Taking atovaquone on an empty stomach may contribute to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea; this statement indicates a need for further teaching.
The patient may experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea; no further teaching is required.
The patient should actually eat a fatty meal to enhance absorption; no further teaching is re-quired.
The medication is indicated twice daily for 21 days for active P. jiroveci pneumonia; no further teaching is required.
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