ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Texas University Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is administering the first dose of hydralazine to an older adult. The nurse should place the client on which of the following precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Fall precautions. Hydralazine can cause orthostatic hypotension, especially in older adults, leading to an increased risk of falls. Placing the client on fall precautions involves ensuring a safe environment, using assistive devices, and implementing measures to prevent falls. Airborne precautions (
A) are for diseases transmitted through droplet nuclei, suicide precautions (
C) are for clients at risk of self-harm, and standard precautions (
D) are used for all clients to prevent the transmission of infections.
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