The client has meningitis. The physician initially prescribed a water -soluble drug. Another physician changed the order to a lipid -soluble drug. The client is confused about this. Which plan best resolves the client's concern?

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The client's confusion is centered around the change in medication from a water-soluble drug to a lipid-soluble drug. Therefore, the best plan is to address this specific concern. Option C addresses this concern by explaining that lipid-soluble drugs are more effective in treating the illness. This is the most relevant and accurate information for the client. Options A and D are not entirely accurate, as the choice of drug solubility does not necessarily relate to fewer side effects or slower excretion. Option B is also not entirely accurate, as although lipid-soluble drugs may bind to proteins, this does not necessarily make them better for the client's specific illness.

The Client Has Meningitis