The nurse is teaching a client about how to choose an appropriate over-the-counter (OTC) medication. In doing so, the nurse cautions the client:
a. to look specifically for the antihistamine content.
b. that many products containing antihistamines will decrease blood pressure.
c. not to take additional acetaminophen, if the cold product contains the drug.
d. not to take any over-the-counter medication for more than three days.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not appropriate instruction.
B Incorrect: This is not correct instruction.
C Correct: Client should be cautioned about acetaminophen, because many OTC decongestants are combination medications that include acetaminophen.
D Incorrect: This is not appropriate instruction.
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