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cagreen833

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on: Jul 24, 2018
In instructing a client about methyldopa therapy, the nurse stresses that the client should pay particular attention for the development of:
 
  a. skin rashes and nausea.
  b. drowsiness and orthostatic hypotension.
  c. sore throat and easy bruising.
  d. weight gain and headache.

Question 2

When teaching a client about the risk factors for hypertension, the nurse realizes further instruction is needed when the client identifies which as a risk factor?
 
  a. smoking. c. low serum cholesterol.
  b. age over 60. d. family history of heart disease.


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tranoy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of methyldopa.
B Correct: Methyldopa can result in sedation and postural hypotension.
C Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of methyldopa.
D Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of methyldopa.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Smoking is a risk factor.
B Incorrect: Age over 60 is a risk factor.
C Correct: High serum cholesterol is a risk factor.
D Incorrect: Family history of heart disease is a risk factor.


cagreen833

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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