A Nurse Is Providing Teaching to a Patient Who Is

question 2

Multiple Choice

A nurse is providing teaching to a patient who is admitted to the hospital for initiation of treatment with amiodarone [Cordarone] for atrial fibrillation that has been refractory to other medications. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "I may have itching, malaise, and jaundice, but these symptoms will subside."
• B) "I need to use sunblock to help keep my skin from turning bluish gray."
• C) "I should not drink grapefruit juice while taking this medication."
• D) "I should report shortness of breath and cough and stop taking the drug immediately."

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Definitions:

Vertigo

A sensation of spinning or dizziness, often caused by issues with the inner ear or the vestibular nerve.

Tinnitus

The hearing of sound when no external sound is present, often ringing in the ears.

Tympanitis

Inflammation of the ear drum, also known as tympanic membrane, leading to pain and possible infection.

Otitis

Inflammation of the ear, which can affect the outer, middle, or inner parts and can cause pain, fever, and sometimes, difficulty hearing.