Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1456 of 2368
A client prescribed an antibiotic says, "I will stop taking it as soon as I feel better." What is the nurse's best response?
- You may stop once the symptoms are gone because the infection is cured
- Take all of the medication as directed, even after symptoms go away
- Save the remaining tablets to use the next time you are sick
- Stop taking it on your own if nausea or diarrhea occurs
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Correct answer: Take all of the medication as directed, even after symptoms go away
Finishing the full course cures the infection and helps prevent resistant bacteria. Clients with side effects should contact the provider.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Infection: Treating Infection. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026