A Client Is Receiving Procainamide Hydrochloride (Pronestyl)for Treatment of a Dysrhythmia

question 63

Multiple Choice

A client is receiving procainamide hydrochloride (Pronestyl) for treatment of a dysrhythmia. Which is an appropriate client outcome related to adhering to the provided medication instruction?

• A)The client will monitor the pulse and not take the medication if the pulse is less than 60.
• B)The client will take the medication as directed, even when feeling well.
• C)The client will take the medication on an empty stomach.
• D)The client will take the medication with food.

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