Practice Question
An adult female patient is prescribed a 10-day course of nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin) to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI). On day 6, she calls the provider’s office and tells the nurse that her symptoms have resolved. She asks if she should continue the course of treatment. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The treatment has been effective, but you must continue to complete the regimen of antibiotic.
Rationale:
🔶 Even if symptoms resolve, early discontinuation of antibiotics increases risk of resistance.
🔶 Completing the full course ensures eradication of infection-causing bacteria.
🔶 Incomplete treatment may lead to relapse or recurrence.
🔶 Patient education should reinforce adherence to prescribed therapy.
🔶 UTI pathogens can become resistant if treatment is stopped prematurely.
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This question is from Ivy Tech Medical Surgical NRSG 102 Exam which contains 42 questions.
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Answer Choices:
A. Urinary retention
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Answer Choices:
A. Physical dimension
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C. Socio-cultural dimension
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Answer Choices:
A. A higher risk of urinary tract infections
B. A marked increased output of concentrated dark urine
C. A higher risk of transient incontinence and increased urine production
D. A marked increased output of dilute urine
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Answer Choices:
A. Secondary
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Answer Choices:
A. Administer the prescribed oral and intravenous pre-operative medications.
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C. Record and have a clear conversation with the client about their wishes regarding Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
- Answer Choices: 4
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