The client tells the nurse that he has been taking Neo-Synephrine for the past month. What is the nurse's highest priority response to the client?
a. Neo-Synephrine can be taken indefinitely while it is still effective.
b. Neo-Synephrine should not be taken longer than 24 hours.
c. Neo-Synephrine can be taken until symptoms decrease.
d. Neo-Synephrine should not be taken for longer than 3 to 5 days.
ANS: D
Neo-Synephrine should not be taken for longer than 3 to 5 days, regardless of symptoms.
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