Which safety precaution should be taught to a patient going home on any antihypertensive drug for heart failure?
a. Always change positions slowly.
b. Never get up without assistance.
c. Take the drug in the evening before bedtime.
d. Avoid all over-the-counter drugs while taking this drug.
ANS: A
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