A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving acetaminophen for mild pain.
The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?

Choice A rationale:

Checking blood pressure with the client standing could exacerbate the client’s symptoms due to orthostatic hypotension, which is a common side effect of captopril.

Choice B rationale:

Administering a 0.9% sodium chloride IV bolus could be considered if the client’s blood pressure does not improve with positioning changes or if the client’s condition worsens.

Choice C rationale:

Placing the client in a supine position can help increase blood flow to the brain and alleviate symptoms of low blood pressure. This should be the first action taken by the nurse.

Choice D rationale:

Measuring blood pressure with the client sitting could also exacerbate symptoms due to orthostatic hypotension. It would be more appropriate after the client’s condition has stabilized.

Choice A rationale:

Instructing the client to chew the medication is not recommended for enteric-coated tablets as it could result in stomach upset or damage to the protective coating.

Choice B rationale:

Placing the medication on the client’s tongue allows for easier swallowing without compromising the integrity of the enteric coating.

Choice C rationale:

Dissolving the medication in juice is not recommended as it could damage the enteric coating and result in stomach upset.

Choice D rationale:

Placing the medication between the client’s cheek and gum is not typically recommended for enteric-coated tablets as it could result in discomfort or damage to the protective coating.