The client is being treated with a thiazide diuretic. The nurse anticipates that the medication will be administered at:
a. 8:00 AM.
b. 11:30 AM.
c. 4:30 PM.
d. 9:00 PM.
ANS: A
The diuretic should be administered in the morning to avoid nocturia.
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