A parent told the public health nurse that her 6-year-old son has been taking tetracycline for a chronic skin condition.
Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2022 3:52 pm
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?
A. Giving tetracycline to a child younger than 8 years may cause permanent staining of his teeth.
B. If you give tetracycline with milk, it may be absorbed readily.
C. The medication should be given to adults, not children.
D. Secondary infections of chronic skin disorders do not respond to antibiotics.
A. Giving tetracycline to a child younger than 8 years may cause permanent staining of his teeth.
B. If you give tetracycline with milk, it may be absorbed readily.
C. The medication should be given to adults, not children.
D. Secondary infections of chronic skin disorders do not respond to antibiotics.