A patient with a known drug allergy to Tetracycline is experiencing stomatitis from chemotherapy used to treat colon cancer

What combination mouthwashes for oropharyngeal pain control should the nurse suggest the healthcare provider prescribe for this patient?

Select all that apply.

1. Kaiser
2. Stanford
3. Xyloxylin suspension
4. Stomafate suspension
5. Listerine antibacterial


Correct Answer: 3, 4

Xyloxylin suspension and Stomafate suspension do not contain tetracycline. Kaiser mouthwash and Stanford mouthwash both contains tetracycline. Listerine antibacterial is not a recommended mouthwash for oropharyngeal pain control.

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