A client taking ranitidine tells the nurse that he frequently experiences headaches. The best response by the nurse is:
a. "This is a normal side effect of ranitidine."
b. "We should report this to your doctor as soon as possible."
c. "Though headaches can occur, can you describe these headaches for me?"
d. "Don't worry. This is normal. My mother experienced the same thing."
ANS: C
Feedback
A Incorrect: Although true, the nurse should be seeking further clarification about the headaches.
B Incorrect: This response would probably scare the client.
C Correct: This is the best nursing response.
D Incorrect: This is an inappropriate nursing response.
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