A patient has been diagnosed with onychomycosis and is prescribed terbinafine (Lamisil). The nurse provides education about the medication. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of treatment with terbinafine?
a. "I should take the medication daily with food for 1 month."
b. "I will be taking this medication for 3 to 6 months."
c. "I should take the medication on an empty stomach to increase absorption."
d. "I understand that the cure rate is 75% with this medication."
ANS: B
The patient will be taking terbinafine for 3 to 6 months.
The medication causes gastrointestinal upset and should be taken with food to minimize effects. The cure rate with terbinafine is 50%.
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