Pharmacology- A patient-centered nursing process approach Guide 2024

A patient tells the nurse that he has started to take an OTC antihistamine, diphenhydramine. In teaching about side effects, what is most important for the nurse to tell the patient? A: To avoid insominia, do not take this drug at bedtime. B: Avoid driving a motor vehicle until stabilized on the drug C: Nightmares and nervousness are more likely in an adult D: Medication may cause excessive secretions - Correct Answer B: Avoid driving a motor vehicle until stabilized on the drug A patient complains of a sore throat and has been told it is due to beta-hemolytic streptococcal infection. The nurse anticipates that the patient has which acute condition? A. Rhinitis B. Sinusitis C. Pharyngitis D. Rhinorrhea - Correct Answer C. Pharyngitis A patient is prescribed a decongestant nasal spray that contains oxymetazoline. What will the nurse teach the patient? A. Take this drug at bedtime because it may cause drowsiness. B. Directly spray the medication away from the nasal septum and gently sniff. C. This drug may be used in maintenance treatment for asthma. D. Limit use of the drug to 5 to 7 days to prevent rebound nasal congestion - Correct Answer D. Limit use of the drug to 5 to 7 days to prevent rebound nasal congestion A patent has been prescribed guaifensin. The nurse understands that the purpose of the drug is to accomplish what? A. Treat allergic rhinitis and prevent motion sickness B. Loosen bronchial secretions so coughing can eliminate them