Clients with a frequent nonproductive cough may be administered which of the following?
a. guaifenesin before going to bed c. potassium iodide with milk before bed
b. hydrocodone bitartrate at bedtime d. terpin hydrate before the evening meal
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: A nonproductive cough should not be treated with an expectorant before bed.
B Correct: A narcotic antitussive administered at bedtime will help the client to not be awakened by nonproductive coughs, which worsen when a client lies down.
C Incorrect: A nonproductive cough should not be treated with an expectorant before bed.
D Incorrect: A nonproductive cough should not be treated with an expectorant before bed.
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