The client has been prescribed travoprost (Travatan). When does the nurse anticipate the maximum effect of this medication occurs?
1. 12 hours after administration
2. 4 hours after administration
3. 2 hours after administration
4. 6 hours after administration
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The maximum effect occurs 12 hours after administration.
Rationale 2: The maximum effect occurs 12 hours after administration.
Rationale 3: The maximum effect occurs 12 hours after administration.
Rationale 4: The maximum effect occurs 12 hours after administration.
Global Rationale: The maximum effect occurs 12 hours after administration. All the other choices are incorrect.
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