A client is prescribed prazosin (Minipress). Which information should the nurse include in the client education?

A. Instruct the client to not take OTC herbal preparations containing saw palmetto.
B. Instruct the client to not take tub baths.
C. Instruct the client to decrease his intake of sodium.
D. Instruct the client to wear sunglasses when outdoors.


Answer: A

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The nurse is caring for a client receiving gentamicin IV. Which adverse effect would the nurse report to the physician immediately?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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