A Prescriber Orders Hydroxyzine [Vistaril] for a Patient with Acute

question 9

Multiple Choice

A prescriber orders hydroxyzine [Vistaril] for a patient with acute urticaria. The nurse will include which information when teaching the patient about this drug?

• A) The drug will reduce redness and itching but not edema.
• B) This antihistamine is not likely to cause sedation.
• C) The patient should avoid drinking alcohol while taking the drug.
• D) The patient should report shortness of breath while taking the drug.

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