The physician has prescribed metronidazole (Flagyl) for a woman diagnosed with trichomoniasis. What should the nurse include when teaching about this medication?
1. "It will turn your urine orange."
2. "This medication could produce drowsiness."
3. "Both partners must be treated with the medication."
4. "Alcohol does not need to be avoided while taking this medication."
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Explanation:
1. Metronidazole does not turn the urine orange.
2. Metronidazole does not cause drowsiness.
3. Both partners should be treated with the medication.
4. Alcohol should be avoided.
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