A nurse is teaching a client who is prescribed albuterol about the adverse reactions associated with the drug. Which of the following symptoms, if experienced, should the nurse instruct the client to report to the health care provider?
A) Fall in blood pressure
B) Increased nighttime urination
C) Hearing impairment or deficit
D) Headache and flushing
Ans: D
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The nurse should instruct the client to contact the health care provider if palpitations, tachycardia, chest pain, muscle tremors, dizziness, headache, flushing, or difficulty with urination or breathing occurs. Fall in blood pressure, increased nighttime urination, and hearing impairment are not adverse effects associated with a sympathomimetic bronchodilator.
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