Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
A client with cystitis receives a prescription for phenazopyridine. Which information should the nurse explain to the client about its therapeutic effect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Phenazopyridine is a urinary analgesic that relieves pain, burning, and discomfort from irritated bladder mucosa in cystitis. It does not have antibacterial properties, calm spasms, or require specific timing related to sexual intercourse.