Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client with advanced liver cirrhosis receiving prescribed medications. Which medications would the nurse clarify with the primary healthcare provider (PHCP)? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C
Rationale
Isoniazid, valproic acid, and amiodarone are hepatotoxic and can exacerbate liver damage in cirrhosis, requiring clarification with the PHCP. Lithium is not primarily hepatotoxic, and thiamine is often beneficial in cirrhosis to prevent WernickeÔÇÖs encephalopathy.