The nurse is planning discharge teaching for a patient taking clozapine. Which information is essential to include in the teaching plan?
a. Caution about sunlight exposure
b. Reminder to call the clinic if fever, sore throat, or malaise develops
c. Instructions regarding dietary restrictions
d. A chart to record patient weight
ANS: B
Fever, sore throat, and malaise are symptoms of agranulocytosis, a serious side effect of taking clozapine. Weekly blood counts are necessary to monitor for the condition. Sunlight exposure is a risk for persons taking chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine). There are no dietary restrictions for persons taking clozapine. While weight gain may occur when taking antipsychotic medication, daily monitoring is not required.
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