A client complains of increased sedation after the initiation of chlorpheniramine to treat her allergies. Which of the following would the nurse suggest to the client to treat her allergy symptoms that would result in less sedation? Select all that apply
A) Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
B) Clemastine (Tavist)
C) Loratadine (Claritin)
D) Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
E) Phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine)
Ans: C, D
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Loratadine and cetirizine are second-generation antihistamines, which can be less sedating than first-generation antihistamines, like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine, and clemastine. Phenylephrine is a decongestant used to treat nasal congestion.
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