A 24-Year-Old Client Will Be Starting Drug Therapy with Azathioprine

question 8

Multiple Choice

A 24-year-old client will be starting drug therapy with azathioprine (Imuran) .Which of the following instructions related to reproduction would the nurse share with the client?

• A) Use contraception during drug use and for 4 months after completion
• B) Use only oral contraception rather than barrier methods
• C) Try to avoid sexual activity as much as possible
• D) Explain to the partner risks of contact during azathioprine therapy

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