Respiratory Drugs and Medications Q 3
A client with influenza is prescribed with an antiviral drug. The nurse determines that the client indicates an understanding of the treatment if he or she states the following?
A. "I will take the medication exactly as prescribed".
B. "I will not be able to infect others while I am on this treatment".
C. "I will stop the medication once I feel okay".
D. "I will resume my usual activities because these medications have minimal undesirable effects".
Correct Answer: A. “I will take the medication exactly as prescribed”.
Antiviral drugs are taken exactly as prescribed. When used as directed, these medicines may help decrease the duration of flu symptoms and lessen the severity of common flu symptoms.
Option B: Antiviral drugs do not prevent the spread of influenza and patients are still contagious for up to two days after the start of the therapy.
Option C: The durations for the medications are followed until the last day of the treatment.
Option D: Side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness will alert the client to be careful resuming their daily activities.