A Client with a Fungal Infection of the Toenails Prescribed

question 10

Multiple Choice

A client with a fungal infection of the toenails prescribed oral terbinafine (Lamisil) asks the nurse how a pill will heal the nail infection. What should be the nurse's response?

• A) "The prescription accumulates in the nail beds and remains there for many months."
• B) "The prescription will be combined with a topical agent to increase effectiveness."
• C) "The prescription works by destroying toxins excreted by the fungi in your nails."
• D) "The prescription works by destroying circulating fungi in your blood."

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