Next-Generation NCLEX Case Study for Pharmacology in LPN/LVN

 

Single Case Study: Antibiotics (Tetracyclines)

Scenario: A 31-year-old female recently diagnosed with community-acquired pneumonia has a planned follow-up visit with her primary care provider today to review her sputum culture report. Based on the report findings, the provider has changed the client’s antibiotic therapy to doxycycline hyclate, a tetracycline antibiotic. You have been asked to provide education on the treatment plan for this client.

 

SLO/Objective: Plan actions for clients prescribed tetracycline antibiotics.

 

NGN Item Type: Take Action

 

Cognitive Skills: Extended Multiple Response

Which teaching regarding the antibiotic therapy will the nurse provide for the client at this time? Select all that apply.

1. Determine allergy status.
2. Discourage sun exposure.
3. Monitor for vaginal yeast infections.
4. Evaluate the clients understanding of the medication.
5. Teach to take medication with 240 mL of water and food.
6. Encourage medications to be taken with milk or dairy products.
7. Advise client of decreased effectiveness of the oral contraceptive pill.