A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Will Begin

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient who will begin taking hydralazine to treat hypertension. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the nurse's teaching about this drug?

• A) "I will need to ask for assistance when getting up out of a chair."
• B) "I will also take a beta blocker medication with this drug to prevent rapid heart rate."
• C) "I may develop joint pain, but this side effect will decrease over time."
• D) "This drug may cause excessive hair growth on my face, arms, and back."