A 7-year-old client is being evaluated for treatment with tetracycline. Which knowledge is most important for the nurse to share with the client and parents about tetracycline?
a. Tetracycline is safe if taken during pregnancy.
b. Tetracycline may cause permanent discoloration to the teeth if taken before age 8 years.
c. Tetracycline causes bone marrow suppression in clients of all ages.
d. Tetracycline should be taken with milk or milk products and antacids to avoid gastrointestinal side effects.
ANS: B
Tetracycline can cause teeth discoloration in young children. The other options are not true.
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