ATI RN
ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) and a new prescription for rifampin (Rifadin). The nurse should instruct the client that they should expect which of the following clinical manifestations while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Orange-colored secretions. Rifampin can cause orange discoloration of body fluids such as urine, sweat, saliva, and tears. This occurs due to the drug's interaction with body tissues. It is important for the nurse to educate the client about this side effect to prevent unnecessary concern. Stools may turn a harmless orange color, not black (
A). Rifampin does not cause staining of teeth (
C) or constipation (
D).
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