Somatropin has been prescribed for a child who has been diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. When providing health education to the child's parents, what teaching point should then nurse prioritize?
A) The correct technique for daily injections of the drug
B) The importance of regular blood pressure monitoring
C) The rationale for not crushing the extended-release tablet
D) The need to limit the child's activity level for the duration of treatment
A
Feedback:
Somatropin is administered by daily injections. Blood pressure monitoring and activity limitations are not necessary.
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