The nurse recognizes that nifedipine (Procardia) has many side effects. The nurse should monitor the patient for which of the following side effects? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pallor
b. Flushing
c. Dizziness
d. Dehydration
e. Gingival hyperplasia
ANS: B, C, E
Nifedipine's vasodilatory effect causes flushing, dizziness, and gingival hyperplasia.
Nifedipine does not cause pallor or dehydration.
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