The nurse is preparing to administer a single-dose packet of fosfomycin to a patient diagnosed with a UTI. When preparing this medication, the nurse will
a. pour contents into a soufflé cup and administer by mouth.
b. mix with 3 mL of normal saline and inject subcutaneously.
c. pour contents into 90 mL of juice, stir, and administer by mouth.
d. mix contents with 120 mL of water and administer by mouth.
ANS: D
Fosfomycin is administered by pouring the entire contents of a single-dose packet into 90 to 120 mL of water. Fosfomycin is not injected. Hot water should not be used.
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