Question

The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of influenza who first began to experience symptoms yesterday. Antiviral therapy is prescribed and the nurse provides instructions to the client about the therapy. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions?

Answer 1

Answer:

1). 'I must take the medication exactly as prescribed.'

Explanation:

As per the question, the statement i.e. 'I must take the medication exactly as prescribed' reflects that the client has understood the instructions appropriately. Antiviral medications prescribed for influenza is required to be taken exactly as prescribed by the physician. However, these medications are unable to prevent the transmission of this disease and does not create a significant impact on patient's condition for two days after the treatment is begun. The above statement implies that the client has perceived the prescription appropriately which is important as the antiviral treatment like this may lead to certain side-effects like dizziness which requires precautionary changes in the activities. Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.