ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
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A nurse is teaching a client Who has a new prescription for dimenhydrinate. Which Of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Monitor for dizziness. Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine commonly used to treat motion sickness. Dizziness is a common side effect of this medication due to its sedative properties. Monitoring for dizziness is crucial to ensure the client's safety and to assess the effectiveness of the medication.
Choice A is incorrect as diarrhea is not a common side effect of dimenhydrinate.
Choice B is incorrect as dimenhydrinate is usually taken 30 minutes before travel, not 24 hours before.
Choice D is incorrect as dimenhydrinate typically causes dry mouth, not an increase in salivation.
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