A Patient Reports That the Clonidine Recently Prescribed for Hypertension

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Multiple Choice

A patient reports that the clonidine recently prescribed for hypertension is causing drowsiness. Which response by the provider to this concern is appropriate?

• A) "Drowsiness is a common side effect initially, but it will lessen with time."
• B) "You may also experience hypotension when you stand along with the drowsiness."
• C) "You may be at risk for addiction if you have central nervous system side effects."
• D) "You should discontinue the medication and I'll prescribe an alternative medication."

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