The client receives diphenhydramine (Benadryl) to control allergic symptoms. Which common symptom does the nurse teach the client to report to the physician?
1. Sedation
2. Diarrhea
3. Projectile vomiting
4. Urinary hesitancy
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Sedation is a common side effect, but does not need to be reported.
Rationale 2: Diarrhea is not a common side effect.
Rationale 3: Projectile vomiting is not a common side effect.
Rationale 4: Urinary hesitancy is an anticholinergic effect of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and should be reported to the physician.
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