The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Clarithromycin to a Patient

question 47

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to administer clarithromycin to a patient. When performing a medication history, the nurse learns that the patient takes warfarin to treat atrial fibrillation. The nurse will perform which action?

• A) Ask the provider if azithromycin may be used instead of clarithromycin.
• B) Obtain an order for continuous cardiovascular monitoring.
• C) Request an order for periodic serum warfarin levels.
• D) Withhold the clarithromycin and notify the provider.

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