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A patient presents to the clinic with signs and symptoms of a cold. The prescriber orders an H1 blocker for the patient, with the first dose to be taken immediately. The nurse prepares to administer the first dose, but should first
 
  a. question the order.
  b. provide a small glass of water to the patient.
  c. provide a small snack to the patient.
  d. administer the medication as ordered.
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6 years ago
ANS: A
Antihistamines are of practically no value against the common cold; they neither prevent colds nor shorten their duration. Therefore, the nurse should question the order.
There is no need to have water prior to ingesting an H1 blocker.
There is no need to have food in the stomach prior to ingesting an H1 blocker.
H1 blockers can cause drowsiness in some instances so since the patient has to leave the clinic it would not be wise to take the medication until reaching home. The nurse should not administer the medication.
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6 years ago
Good timing, thanks!
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