A patient who is on isoniazid (INH) for pulmonary tuberculosis tells the nurse he doesn't like taking the medication because it makes his "fingers burn." The nurse concludes that the patient is experiencing which effect?
1. a common side effect of isoniazid (INH) that will go away after completing the medication
2. a common side effect of isoniazid (INH) that can be treated with pyridoxine
3. a long-term complication of isoniazid (INH) that has no treatment
4. a common complication of isoniazid (INH) that can be treated with vitamin B12 injections
Correct Answer: 2
Peripheral neuropathy numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation of the extremities may occur with isoniazid (INH). Pyridoxine or vitamin B6 often is prescribed to prevent this adverse effect.
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