A Patient Is Being Treated for a Systemic Fungal Infection

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient is being treated for a systemic fungal infection with amphotericin B [Abelcet] and will be discharged home from the hospital to complete every other day infusions of the medication for 6 to 8 weeks. The nurse provides discharge teaching before dismissal. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "I may experience headaches and pain in my lower back, legs, and abdomen."
• B) "I may need to take potassium supplements while taking this drug."
• C) "I should take acetaminophen and diphenhydramine before each infusion."
• D) "I will need to have blood drawn for serum creatinine and BUN levels every 3 to 4 days."

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