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What is a serious reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What is a serious reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
- Headache
- Muscle cramps
- Mild rash
- Agranulocytosis (correct)
What nursing consideration is important for patients taking sulfa drugs?
What nursing consideration is important for patients taking sulfa drugs?
- Encourage low fluid intake
- Monitor for high blood pressure
- Administer on an empty stomach
- Assess for allergic reactions (correct)
What should be done prior to initiating therapy with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What should be done prior to initiating therapy with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
- Assess lung function
- Check electrolyte levels
- Assess platelets and RBCs (correct)
- Measure blood sugar levels
What is a common reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What is a common reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What should be assessed prior to initiating therapy with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What should be assessed prior to initiating therapy with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What is a serious reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?
What is a serious reaction associated with Sulfonamides like Bactrim?