A Patient Diagnosed with Cushing's Syndrome Is Ordered to Take

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome is ordered to take ketoconazole (Nizoral) .The patient asks why she is being prescribed an antifungal drug.The nurse's best response is:

• A)"Although this is an antifungal drug, the drug also blocks the formation of glucocorticoids, lowering their level in your blood."
• B)"You are at a great risk for fungal infections at this time."
• C)"Cushing's syndrome is caused by a fungal infection of the adrenal glands, and the medication will reverse the disease process."
• D)"You were given some false information about this medication.Tell me who told you this."

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