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Title: A patient with hypertension will begin taking an alpha1 blocker. What will the nurse teach this ... Post by: normita2 on Jan 24, 2018 A patient with hypertension will begin taking an alpha1 blocker. What will the nurse teach this patient?
a. A persistent cough is a known side effect of this drug. b. Eat foods rich in potassium while taking this drug. c. Move slowly from sitting to standing when taking this drug. d. Report shortness of breath while taking this drug. Title: A patient with hypertension will begin taking an alpha1 blocker. What will the nurse teach this ... Post by: virimoreno on Jan 24, 2018 ANS: C
The most disturbing side effect of alpha blockers is orthostatic hypotension. Patients taking these drugs should be cautioned to stand up slowly to avoid lightheadedness or falls. A persistent cough is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors. It is not necessary to increase dietary potassium intake when taking this drug. Shortness of breath may occur in individuals with asthma who are taking beta blockers. |