A client who suffers from hypertension and headaches is prescribed propranolol. The nurse would educate the client on which side effects associated with this medication?

rebound hypotension

vomiting

bradycardia

tremors

masking of hypoglycemia

bronchoconstriction

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,E,F

A. Rebound hypotension is more commonly associated with abrupt withdrawal of beta-blockers rather than a direct side effect, so it is not typically included as a side effect to expect while on the medication.
B. Vomiting is not a common side effect associated with propranolol; the nurse would not educate the client on this.
C. Bradycardia is a known side effect of propranolol, as it is a beta-blocker that decreases heart rate, so clients should be educated about monitoring their heart rate.
D. Tremors can be related to withdrawal from beta-agonists rather than propranolol, which may alleviate tremors in some individuals; thus, it's not a common side effect of the medication.
E. Propranolol can mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia (e.g., tachycardia), making it important for clients with diabetes to be aware of this potential effect.
F. Bronchoconstriction can occur in clients with reactive airway diseases, as propranolol non-selectively blocks beta receptors, so clients should be educated about this risk, especially if they have asthma or other pulmonary conditions.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used for chronic gout management and prevention, not for acute attacks.
B. Febuxostat is also used for chronic management of gout and not effective for immediate relief of an acute attack.
C. Colchicine is indicated for the treatment of acute gout flares as it helps reduce inflammation and pain associated with gout attacks.
D. Physostigmine is an antidote for anticholinergic toxicity and has no role in treating gout.

A. benadryl B. carteolol C. dicyclomine D. bimatoprost

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Benadryl is an antihistamine used primarily for allergies and has no role in treating glaucoma.
B. Carteolol is a beta-blocker used in the management of glaucoma, but it is not a prostaglandin analogue.
C. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic agent used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and is not related to glaucoma treatment.
D. Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin analogue specifically indicated for the treatment of glaucoma and is effective in lowering intraocular pressure by increasing aqueous humor outflow.

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