A teen has been taking griseofulvin (Fulvicin)for a fungal skin and scalp condition and reports that it is not working.Which action by the nurse is the most important?

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The nurse should assess the teen for compliance with the medication regimen,because it takes at least 6 weeks for this medication to work.Due to the lengthy treatment time and the fact that teens are often noncompliant,this would be the nurse's first step.If the medication has been used appropriately,discussing a change would be correct.This drug is not give via IM injection.

A Teen Has Been Taking Griseofulvin (Fulvicin)for a Fungal Skin