ATI RN
ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client with hypertension and benign prostate hyperplasia is prescribed doxazosin (Cardura). Which of the following statements below would the nurse emphasize regarding doxazosin (Cardura)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Be sure to lie down after taking the first dose, because first-dose hypotension may make you dizzy.
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1. Doxazosin is an alpha-1 blocker used to treat hypertension and benign prostate hyperplasia.
2. It can cause first-dose hypotension, leading to dizziness and potentially fainting.
3. Instructing the client to lie down after the first dose helps prevent falls or accidents.
4. This precaution is crucial for patient safety and adherence to the medication regimen.
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A: Weigh yourself daily - Monitoring weight is important, but not specifically related to doxazosin.
C: Increase potassium intake - Doxazosin does not interact with potassium intake.
D: Impaired taste goes away - This is not a common side effect of doxazosin.
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