Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for rifampin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: "Your urine will turn orange while you are taking this medication." Rifampin is known to cause harmless discoloration of bodily fluids, including urine, sweat, and tears, turning them orange-red. This is important for the client to be aware of to prevent unnecessary concern.
Choice B is incorrect because rifampin is usually taken once or twice a day, not specifically at bedtime. Choice C is incorrect because wearing soft contact lenses should be avoided while taking rifampin due to the risk of staining the lenses. Choice D is incorrect because rifampin can reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, making them less reliable.
Therefore, the nurse should emphasize the unique side effect of urine discoloration when taking rifampin to the client.
Choice B is incorrect because rifampin is usually taken once or twice a day, not specifically at bedtime. Choice C is incorrect because wearing soft contact lenses should be avoided while taking rifampin due to the risk of staining the lenses. Choice D is incorrect because rifampin can reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, making them less reliable.
Therefore, the nurse should emphasize the unique side effect of urine discoloration when taking rifampin to the client.