The nurse is teaching a group of parents about the use of syrup of ipecac.
Which instruction will the nurse provide?

Choice A rationale

Thiazide diuretics can lead to hypokalemia, thus a low potassium diet is not recommended. Instead, patients should consume potassium-rich foods to maintain electrolyte balance.

Choice B rationale

Thiazide diuretics increase urine output, which can lead to dehydration. Encouraging increased fluid intake helps to prevent dehydration and maintain proper fluid balance.

Choice C rationale

Thiazide diuretics can cause dizziness or lightheadedness, increasing the risk of falls, especially in elderly patients. Initiating a fall risk protocol is important to ensure patient safety.

Choice D rationale

While exercise is beneficial, thiazide diuretics can cause weakness and dizziness, making it important to assess the patient’s tolerance and monitor their response to physical activity.

Choice A rationale

Treatment of narcotic dependence involves using a narcotics antagonist to block the effects of narcotics. This helps prevent relapse in patients recovering from narcotic addiction by decreasing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

Choice B rationale

Treatment of alcohol dependence does not typically involve narcotics antagonists. Instead, medications like disulfiram or naltrexone are used to manage alcohol dependence.

Choice C rationale

Reversal of tachycardia is not an indication for a narcotics antagonist. Tachycardia is usually managed with medications like beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers.

Choice D rationale

Reversal of bronchoconstriction is not an indicator for narcotics antagonists. Bronchoconstriction is usually treated with bronchodilators such as albuterol or ipratropium.