The nurse is administering the first dose of hydralazine to an older adult. The nurse should place the client on which of the following precautions?

Airborne Precautions

Fall precautions

Suicide Precautions

Standard Precautions

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Airborne precautions are unnecessary for administering hydralazine, as it does not involve airborne transmission risks.
B. Hydralazine can cause orthostatic hypotension, especially in older adults, increasing the risk of falls. Therefore, fall precautions are essential.
C. Suicide precautions are not specifically indicated for hydralazine administration.
D. Standard precautions are always in place but do not address the specific risks associated with hydralazine.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Constipation, not diarrhea, is a more common side effect of colesevelam.
B. Although colesevelam may interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, this is not the priority teaching point.
C. Colesevelam should be taken as prescribed, not repeatedly within short intervals.
D. Colesevelam can interfere with the absorption of other medications; therefore, it should be taken at least 4 hours after other medications to avoid interactions.

A. "Dilute liquid preparations with juice or water and administer through a straw." B. "Take with dairy products." C. "Notify provider if stools are green or brown." D. "Avoid citrus juices."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Diluting liquid iron preparations with juice or water and using a straw can help prevent staining of the teeth and improve absorption.
B. Dairy products can inhibit iron absorption, so they should be avoided when taking iron supplements.
C. Green or black stools are a common side effect of iron supplements and do not typically require notifying the provider unless there are additional concerns.
D. Citrus juices, such as orange juice, can actually enhance iron absorption and are often recommended to be taken with iron supplements.

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