A Patient Who Has Been Taking Linezolid for 6 Months

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been taking linezolid for 6 months develops vision problems and is worried about blindness. What response will the provider give to address the patient's concern?

• A) Reassure the patient that this is a harmless side effect of this drug.
• B) Tell the patient that blindness rarely occurs with this drug.
• C) Tell the patient that this symptom is reversible when the drug is discontinued.
• D) Suggest the patient take tyramine supplements to minimize this effect.

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