What Instruction Is Most Important for the Nurse to Teach

question 3

Multiple Choice

What instruction is most important for the nurse to teach the patient who has recently been prescribed alprazolam (Xanax) ?

• A) "The medication needs to be taken on an empty stomach."
• B) "You may feel dizzy or unsteady when rising to a standing position."
• C) "Smoking will require a reduction in dosage of the medication."
• D) "Over-the-counter medications are safe to take while on this medication."

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