An LPN is preparing to participate on a mission trip to Africa. The nurse has been informed that one of the things she will be doing is helping to distribute praziquantel (Biltricide) to the adults and children there

. Which of the following would the nurse try to communicate to the people who are given this medication? (Select all that apply.)
A. The medication helps prevent malaria.
B. The medication helps kill intestinal worms.
C. Most people experience abdominal pain and diarrhea with the medication.
D. It should not be given to women who may be pregnant.
E. The medication is given as an enema.


B,C,D

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