The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Hypertension and Has

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with hypertension and has just administered the initial dose of labetalol. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

• A)Encourage oral fluids to prevent dry mouth or dehydration.
• B)Instruct the client to ask for help if heart palpitations occur.
• C)Ask the client to request assistance when getting out of bed.
• D)Teach the client that headaches may occur with this medication.

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