When Prescribing Acyclovir, Patients Should Be Educated Regarding The

question 23

Multiple Choice

When prescribing acyclovir, patients should be educated regarding the:

• A) High risk of developing diarrhea
• B) Need to drink lots of fluids during treatment
• C) Risk for life-threatening rash such as Stevens-Johnson
• D) Eccentric dosing schedule

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Definitions:

Neural Connections

Synapses and pathways through which neurons communicate with each other, forming the foundation of all brain functions and activities.

Coma

A deep state of prolonged unconsciousness in which a person cannot be awakened or respond to stimuli.

Visual Cortex

is the part of the cerebral cortex responsible for processing visual information, located in the occipital lobe of the brain.

Occipital Lobe

The rearmost lobe in the brain, responsible for processing visual information from the eyes.