A patient who has been prescribed enalopril (Vasotec) has developed a persistent nonproductive cough. What is the nurse's best action?
a. Ask the prescriber to order something for the patient's cough.
b. Suggest that the family bring the patient some cough drops.
c. Offer the patient sips of water and ice chips.
d. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber.
D
Development of a dry, persistent cough is a side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibi-tor drugs such as enalopril. The cough indicates that the patient is having a reaction to the drug. The drug needs to be discontinued and the patient should be started on another drug to control hypertension.
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When interacting with patients, it is important for the nurse to recognize that defense mechanisms
a. keep id impulses from gaining control. b. protect the ego from excessive anxiety. c. access unconscious feelings and memories. d. prevent conflict among the id, ego, and superego.
Barbara Martin (2002) calls one's ability to control one's actions ____________________ power
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which vulnerable group would be most sensitive to adverse effects?
a. Pregnant teenager living with her parents for financial support b. Poor, older woman with no means of transportation c. Two-year-old boy of underinsured parents d. Recently unemployed father of five