Metronidazole is being given to treat hepatic encephalopathy. When administering this medication, the nurse:
a. watches the patient for diarrhea.
b. evaluates renal function daily.
c. assesses the patient for epigastric discomfort.
d. instructs the patient that this medication must be taken for 2 weeks.
C
Neomycin and metronidazole are considered second-line treatments for hepatic encephalopathy. Metronidazole is given 500 mg to 1.5 g/day for 1 week. Metronidazole does not cause diarrhea, and it is not nephrotoxic. Metronidazole may cause epigastric discomfort, which may in turn result in poor compliance with long-term treatment.
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