Nitrofurantoin [Macrodantin] Is Prescribed for an Adolescent Female Patient with Acute

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Multiple Choice

Nitrofurantoin [Macrodantin] is prescribed for an adolescent female patient with acute cystitis. What should the nurse include in the teaching for this patient? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "Make sure you tell your prescriber if you might be pregnant."
• B) "If you experience any tingling or numbness, stop taking the drug and call the clinic immediately."
• C) "Headaches and drowsiness can occur and are mild side effects."
• D) "You should not take sulfonamides while taking this medication."
• E) "Your urine may have a brown tinge while you are taking this drug."

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