What should the nurse advise the 20-year-old to do who has been put on cefaclor (Ceclor) for a resistant otitis media?
a. Store suspension at room temperature
b. Discontinue drug when symptoms abate
c. Avoid alcoholic beverages
d. Take with meals only
ANS: C
Drinking alcohol is discouraged while on Ceclor. The drug should be taken in its entirety and stored in the refrigerator. The drug can be taken with or without meals.
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