An older adult client is started on hydrochlorothiazide diuretic for edema of the legs. What education to prevent injury should the nurse provide?
a. Rise slowly out of a sitting position.
b. Take the medication regularly in the morning at the same time.
c. Eat a piece of fruit every day.
d. Weigh yourself once a week.
a. Rise slowly out of a sitting position.
FEEDBACK:
a. The nurse should advise the client to rise slowly out of a sitting position, as postural hypotension is common, especially with older adults.
b. This is not the preventive measure. .
c. This is not the preventive measure. .
d. This is not the preventive measure. .
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