A patient taking isoniazid for pulmonary tuberculosis reports tingling and numbness in the hands and feet. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Report the symptom and expect pyridoxine supplementation
- A. Report the symptom and expect pyridoxine supplementation
- B. Tell the patient to stop all tuberculosis medicines immediately
- C. Administer an extra dose of rifampicin
- D. Explain that the symptom proves treatment is working
Explanation
Isoniazid can cause peripheral neuropathy, and pyridoxine, also called vitamin B6, helps prevent or treat this adverse effect. The patient should not stop tuberculosis treatment independently, and neuropathy is not evidence that treatment is effective.
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