The patient with chlamydia who is taking a 7-day course of doxycycline (Vibramycin) is reminded by the nurse to:
1. return in 1 month for a follow-up culture.
2. take the drug on an empty stomach with a minimum of fluid.
3. delay sexual activity until cured.
4. expect genital or anal itching or burning.
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The patient with chlamydia should delay sexual activity until completely clear. Follow-up cultures are done 4 to 7 days after initiation of the drug and the drug should be taken with food or milk.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application
REF: 1107, Drug Therapy table OBJ: 7 TOP: Vibramycin
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
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