Asked by Kelsey Dotson on May 10, 2024

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Which instruction has priority when teaching a patient about clozapine?

A) "Avoid unprotected sex."
B) "Report sore throat and fever immediately."
C) "Reduce foods high in polyunsaturated fats."
D) "Use over-the-counter preparations for rashes."

Clozapine

Clozapine is an antipsychotic medication used primarily to treat severe schizophrenia, particularly in patients who have not responded to other treatments.

Sore Throat

A painful, dry, or scratchy feeling in the throat, often a symptom of an underlying illness or infection.

Fever

An elevated body temperature, often a sign of infection or illness, indicating an immune response.

  • Detect and oversee the complications arising from the use of psychiatric drugs.
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Timyra EdwardsMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Clozapine therapy may produce agranulocytosis; therefore, signs of infection should be immediately reported to the health care provider. In addition, the patient should have white blood cell levels measured weekly. The other options are not relevant to clozapine.