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ATI Pharmacology N211 Delia Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed diphenhydramine to relieve pruritus. The client asks the nurse how he can minimize the daytime sedation he is experiencing. Which of the following responses should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Take most of the daily dose at bedtime. Diphenhydramine is known for causing sedation. By taking most of the daily dose at bedtime, the client can minimize daytime sedation as the sedative effects will be more pronounced during nighttime. This will help the client sleep better and reduce the impact of sedation during the day.
A: Gradually decreasing the dose once tolerance is reached may help reduce side effects but does not specifically address minimizing daytime sedation.
C: Taking the medication with meals may help with absorption but does not address the timing of the doses to minimize daytime sedation.
D: Distributing the doses evenly throughout the day may not be as effective in minimizing daytime sedation compared to concentrating the dose at bedtime.
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