What Specific Direction Should You Teach a Patient Prescribed to Take

question 14

Multiple Choice

What specific direction should you teach a patient prescribed to take cyclosporine (Neoral) liquid suspension daily to prevent an acute rejection episode?

• A) Rotate injection sites at least weekly.
• B) Be sure to always take the capsule with grapefruit juice.
• C) Rinse the container with milk or juice and drink the rinse.
• D) Stop the drug immediately if you develop a high fever.

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