Nystatin (Mycostatin) has been prescribed for a client topically. What is the most common side effect the nurse will monitor for when administering this medication?
1. Diarrhea
2. Nausea
3. Skin irritation
4. Vomiting
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Rationale 1: Nystatin can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting when given orally.
Rationale 2: Nystatin can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting when given orally.
Rationale 3: When given topically, nystatin produces few adverse effects other than minor skin irritation. When given orally, it can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Rationale 4: Nystatin can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting when given orally.
Global Rationale: When given topically, nystatin produces few adverse effects other than minor skin irritation. When given orally, it can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
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