A Patient Is Taking Guaifenesin (Humibid)as Part of Treatment for a Sinus

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking guaifenesin (Humibid) as part of treatment for a sinus infection.Which instruction will the nurse include during patient teaching?

• A) Force fluids to help loosen and liquefy secretions.
• B) Report clear-colored sputum to the prescriber.
• C) Avoid driving a car or operating heavy machinery because of the sedating effects.
• D) Report symptoms that last longer than 2 days.

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