The nurse is providing patient education to a group preparing to go to a region where malaria is endemic. Which education provided by the nurse about prophylactic administration of doxycycline (Vibramycin) is most appropriate?

Question

"The medication should be (Select all that apply.)
a. started 2 days prior to travel to the area."
b. discontinued 3 weeks after leaving the area."
c. used for acute attacks only."
d. taken twice daily for 14 days."
e. continued for 4 weeks upon return from the area."

Answer 1

ANS: A, E
A patient taking doxycycline should take the medication 2 days prior to departure and for 4 weeks upon returning from the endemic region.