A Patient Who Has Oral Candidiasis Will Begin Using Nystatin

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient who has oral candidiasis will begin using nystatin suspension to treat the infection. What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?

• A) "Coat the buccal mucosa with the drug and then rinse your mouth."
• B) "Put the pill under the tongue and let it dissolve."
• C) "Mix the suspension with 4 ounces of water and then drink it."
• D) "Swish the liquid in your mouth and then swallow after a few minutes."

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