Practice Question
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has oral candidiasis and a new prescription for nystatin suspension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"l will store the medication at room temperature."
Rationale:
💠 Nystatin suspension is an antifungal used for oral candidiasis (thrush) and must be stored at room temperature to maintain potency.
💠 The medication should be swished and retained in the mouth before swallowing, allowing contact with all oral mucosa for effective treatment.
💠 It should not be spit out, and therapy typically continues for at least 48 hours after symptoms resolve to prevent recurrence.
💠 Clients should avoid eating or drinking for about 30 minutes after administration.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4