Author Question: Which statement by the nurse is more likely to motivate a patient to adhere to a drug therapy ... (Read 28 times)

saliriagwu · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which statement by the nurse is more likely to motivate a patient to adhere to a drug therapy regimen for hypertension?

a. Your doctor prescribed this drug and your doctor knows what is best for your health.
b. If you do not take this drug you are at greater risk to die of stroke or heart attack within the next 10 years.
c. As an artist, your eyes are important, and taking this drug daily helps prevent eye damage from high blood pressure.
d. If you are not taking this drug because you are too poor to afford it, I can call a social worker so you can get financial aid.

Question 2

A patient is prescribed isosorbide (Isordil). Which condition does the nurse teach the patient is an expected side effect of this drug?

a. Frequent headaches
b. Cold hands and feet
c. Change in urine color
d. Distaste for sweet foods or drinks

succesfull · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
During motivation, focus on the positive aspects of the new knowledge or skill. Scaring a patient with possible negative outcomes is not true motivation, and neither is belittling the patient. Helping patients see the benefits of sticking to drug therapy is more helpful than scaring them with the costs of not sticking to it.

Answer to Question 2

A
Isosorbide dilates blood vessels to allow better blood flow to the heart muscle. However, blood vessels are dilated in many body areas. When blood vessels in the brain or head are dilated, headaches can occur.