Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 460 of 2368
A client takes an antibiotic with a long half-life and develops a side effect. Which statement by the nurse is accurate?
- The side effect may continue over a longer period of time
- The side effect will resolve faster than with other antibiotics
- The drug must be given more often during the day
- The side effect is less likely to need reporting
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Correct answer: The side effect may continue over a longer period of time
A longer half-life allows less frequent dosing, but side effects also last longer.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Antimicrobials: Half-Life. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026