Which precaution is most important for the nurse to teach a patient who is prescribed raberpra-zole (Aciphex)?
a. "Wear a hat and sunscreen outdoors to prevent sunburn."
b. "Take this drug one hour before or two hours after a meal."
c. "Drink at least 3 liters of fluid daily to prevent constipation."
d. "Avoid eating raw fruits and vegetables while taking this drug."
A
Raberprazole increases sun sensitivity and patients can develop a severe sunburn if precautions are not taken. This effect also can occur in people who have very dark skin and have never before experienced a sunburn. Increased sun sensitivity is present during drug therapy and for many weeks after therapy is completed.
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