A Client with Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Prescribed Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) .To encourage compliance,the nurse should advise the client to expect the effects of this drug to begin within:

• A)3-6 days.
• B)6-9 months.
• C)7 days.
• D)4-6 weeks.

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