A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for sertraline (Zoloft) for posttraumatic stress disorder. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

"You may have a decreased desire for intimacy while taking this medication."

"You should take this medication at bedtime to help promote sleep."

"You will have fewer urinary adverse effects if you urinate just before taking this medication."

"You'll need to wear sunglasses then outdoors due to the light sensitivity caused by this medication."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Sexual side effects, including decreased libido and difficulty achieving orgasm, are common with sertraline and should be included in discharge teaching.

B. Sertraline can be taken at any time of day and does not necessarily need to be taken at bedtime.

C. Urinary adverse effects are not typically associated with sertraline use.

D. Light sensitivity is not a common side effect of sertraline.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Explanation:

A. This statement accurately reflects the relationship between high cholesterol levels and cardiovascular disease risk.

B. This statement is incorrect; dietary modifications are often recommended to help control cardiovascular risk, including reducing cholesterol intake.

C. This statement is incorrect; high cholesterol levels are a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

D. This statement is incorrect; while family history can predispose individuals to high cholesterol, anyone can develop high cholesterol and be at risk for cardiovascular disease.

A. Noncompliance, related to dietary regime B. Deficient knowledge, related to need for altered lifestyle C. Impaired health maintenance, related to the effects of drug therapy D. Self-care deficit, related to the disease process

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Explanation:

A. Noncompliance implies that the client is not following a prescribed treatment plan, which may not be the case here as the client is being educated.

B. Deficient knowledge reflects the need for education regarding lifestyle changes, such as dietary modifications, which is appropriate for a client newly diagnosed with hyperlipidemia.

C. Impaired health maintenance might be applicable if the client was not adhering to prescribed drug therapy, but this diagnosis doesn't address the need for education.

D. Self-care deficit may apply if the client is unable to perform necessary self-care activities due to physical limitations but does not address the educational aspect of dietary changes.

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