NCLEX-RN · Question #144
A parent told the public health nurse that her 6-year-old son has been taking tetracycline for a chronic skin condition. The parent asked if this could cause any problems for the child. What should…
The correct answer is A. Giving tetracycline to a child younger than 8 years may cause permanent staining of his teeth. (A) Tetracycline should be avoided during tooth development because it interferes with enamel formation and dental pigmentation. (B) Milk interferes with the absorption of tetracyclines. (C) Children older than 9 years or past the tooth development stage may be given…
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A parent told the public health nurse that her 6-year-old son has been taking tetracycline for a chronic skin condition. The parent asked if this could cause any problems for the child. What should the nurse explain to the parent?
Options
- AGiving tetracycline to a child younger than 8 years may cause permanent staining of his teeth.
- BIf you give tetracycline with milk, it may be absorbed readily.
- CThe medication should be given to adults, not children.
- DSecondary infections of chronic skin disorders do not respond to antibiotics.
How the community answered
(52 responses)- A90% (47)
- B2% (1)
- C4% (2)
- D4% (2)
Explanation
(A) Tetracycline should be avoided during tooth development because it interferes with enamel formation and dental pigmentation. (B) Milk interferes with the absorption of tetracyclines. (C) Children older than 9 years or past the tooth development stage may be given tetracycline. (D) Secondary infections of chronic skin disorders may respond to antibiotics such as penicillin or
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