Author Question: A patient has been prescribed hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) and the nurse is preparing to give ... (Read 36 times)

justinmsk · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient has been prescribed hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) and the nurse is preparing to give the patient discharge instructions. Which adverse effects may this patient experience while taking this medication? (Select all that apply.)

A) Constipation
B) Dizziness
C) Polyphagia
D) Nocturia
E) Muscle cramps

Question 2

The nurse is writing a plan of care for a patient who is taking a diuretic. What would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient?

A) Impaired urinary elimination
B) Monitor the patient response to the drug
C) Imbalanced nutrition: More than body requirements
D) Risk for fluid volume overload

vish98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, D, E
Feedback:
The adverse effects associated with hydrochlorothiazide are dizziness, vertigo, orthostatic hypotension, nausea, anorexia, vomiting, dry mouth, diarrhea, polyuria, nocturia, muscle cramps, and spasms. The patient would not experience polyphagia (great hunger) and constipation.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Nursing diagnoses related to drug therapy may include impaired urinary elimination related to drug effect. Options B, C, and D would not be appropriate nursing diagnoses.