A patient has been taking a potassium channel blocker for 4 weeks. Which statements would indicate to the nurse that additional time for teaching about the medication should be planned?
1. "I got some sunglasses like you said. Do you like them?"
2. "Do you have any idea what this rash on my neck and arm is?"
3. "I must be getting cataracts. I can't see anything anymore."
4. "I wear sunscreen whenever I am outdoors."
5. "I think that medicine is making my hair gray."
Correct Answer: 2,3,5
Rationale 1: Potassium channel blockers can cause photosensitivity, and wearing sunglasses protects the eyes.
Rationale 2: Potassium channel blockers can cause skin rashes.
Rationale 3: Potassium channel blockers may cause blurred vision.
Rationale 4: Potassium channel blockers cause increased risk of sunburn.
Rationale 5: There is no connection between potassium channel blockers and the development of gray hair.
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