A client is being discharged with a prescription for procainamide to treat atrial fibrillation. An important self-care measure the nurse would explain about this medication is to
a. avoid milk products.
b. drink large amounts of citrus juice.
c. have blood pressure monitored frequently.
d. take the medication with meals.
D
Procainamide may cause gastrointestinal upset and should be taken with meals. The other three options are not related to taking procainamide.
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