ATI PN Pharmacology 2023

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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for sustained-release verapamil. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I will sit upright for 30 minutes after taking the medication. B. I will crush the tablet to make it easier to swallow. C. I will follow up with monthly laboratory tests to check for anemia. D. I will increase my daily intake of fiber and fluid.

Correct Answer: D

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Correct Answer: D - "I will increase my daily intake of fiber and fluid."

Rationale: Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that can cause constipation as a side effect. Increasing fiber and fluid intake can help prevent constipation. Sitting upright after taking the medication (
A) is not necessary for verapamil. Crushing sustained-release verapamil (
B) can alter its sustained-release properties. Monthly laboratory tests for anemia (
C) are not related to verapamil therapy.

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