A patient being treated with isoniazid for tuberculosis develops symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).The patient says,"I can't believe that I am so sick.First I get TB and now this.What is going to happen to me?" What nursing response is indicated?

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Isoniazid is known to trigger symptoms of SLE in some patients. Changing the medication can often relieve the symptoms of SLE, while continuing the TB treatment. Therefore, the nurse should provide reassurance in this case that often SLE symptoms go away after the TB medication is changed. Option A is not appropriate as it does not provide any concrete information or reassurance. Option B is incorrect as the treatment of SLE is not dependent on the TB cure. Option D is not supported by facts and can increase anxiety in the patient.

A Patient Being Treated with Isoniazid for Tuberculosis Develops Symptoms