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Which of the following is true about procainamide and its dosing schedule?
 
  1. It produces bradycardia and should be used cautiously in patients with cardiac conditions that a slower heart rate might worsen.
  2. Gastrointestinal adverse effects are common so the drug should be taken with food.
  3. Adherence can be improved by using a sustained release formulation that can be given once daily.
  4. Doses of this drug should be taken evenly spaced around the clock to keep an even blood level.

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Amiodarone has been prescribed in a patient with a supraventricular dysrhythmia. Patient teaching should include all of the following EXCEPT:
 
  1. Notify your health-care provider immediately if you have visual change.
  2. Monitor your own blood pressure and pulse daily.
  3. Take a hot shower or bath if you feel dizzy.
  4. Use a sunscreen on exposed body surfaces.



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