A nurse is preparing to administer clonidine 0.3 mg at bedtime to a patient. The available amount is clonidine 0.1 mg/tablet.

How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?

Choice A rationale

Finasteride, a medication used to treat benign prostatic hypertrophy, can cause several side effects, including a decrease in libido or sexual desire.

Choice B rationale

There’s no specific interaction between finasteride and grapefruit juice. Therefore, patients don’t need to avoid grapefruit juice when taking this medication.

Choice C rationale

Finasteride can actually cause a decrease in PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels. If a patient is having a PSA test, they should tell their doctor they are taking finasteride because it can affect the results.

Choice D rationale

It may take up to six months or more to see the full effects of finasteride. Therefore, patients should not expect to see a response within one week.

Choice A rationale

Toddlers have high energy needs, so they need a diet that provides enough calories. Parents should be educated on providing a balanced diet that includes a variety of foods to meet their toddler’s nutritional needs.

Choice B rationale

Establishing trust is more relevant to infancy, when babies learn to trust their caregivers to meet their needs. While it’s still important as children grow, it’s not a key point of health promotion education for parents of toddlers.

Choice C rationale

Toddlers often express their independence and frustration through tantrums. Parents should be educated on how to handle tantrums in a calm, consistent manner, and how to teach their child appropriate ways to express their feelings.

Choice D rationale

Cooperative play is a part of social development in toddlers. Parents should be educated on how to encourage this type of play, such as arranging playdates with children of a similar age.

Choice E rationale

Dental care is important for toddlers. Parents should be educated on how to care for their toddler’s teeth and gums, including brushing their teeth twice a day and scheduling regular dental check-ups.