Question

The nurse is reinforcing self-care and medication teaching for a client diagnosed with vaginal candidiasis who has been prescribed miconazole vaginal cream. Which statement by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?

a) "I should apply the cream directly to the affected area."
b) "I'll use the applicator provided to insert the cream."
c) "I'll take an oral antibiotic to treat the infection."
d) "It's important to complete the full course of medication."

Answer 1

The client needs further teaching if they state that they will take an oral antibiotic to treat vaginal candidiasis.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement is option c) "I'll take an oral antibiotic to treat the infection."

Vaginal candidiasis is generally treated using topical antifungal medications, such as miconazole vaginal cream. It is important to note that antifungal creams are used to treat fungal infections, not bacterial infections. Therefore, taking an oral antibiotic will not effectively treat a fungal infection like vaginal candidiasis. The client may need further teaching to understand that the prescribed miconazole vaginal cream should be applied directly to the affected area using the provided applicator. Additionally, the client should be educated about the importance of completing the full course of medication to ensure the infection is fully treated.