Sadie is an 82-year-old patient who has herpes zoster (shingles) and would benefit from an antiviral such as valacyclovir. Prior to prescribing valacyclovir she will need an assessment of:

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Prior to prescribing valacyclovir, an assessment of renal function is necessary since the drug is mainly excreted through the kidneys. In patients with decreased renal function, dosing adjustment may be needed to prevent toxicity. A complete blood count, liver function, and immunocompetence assessments are not directly related to the use of valacyclovir in shingles treatment.

Sadie Is an 82-Year-Old Patient Who Has Herpes Zoster (Shingles)