The nurse teaches the patient about lisinopril (Prinivil) and evaluates that additional teaching is required when the patient makes which statement?

Question

1. "I will monitor my blood pressure until my next appointment."
2. "I will avoid using salt substitutes for seasoning."
3. "It takes a while for this medication to take effect."
4. "I don't need to worry about having blood tests done."

Answer 1

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Rationale 1: Blood pressure should be monitored to assess effectiveness of the medication.
Rationale 2: Potassium should be limited to avoid hyperkalemia.
Rationale 3: It takes a while for lisinopril (Prinivil) to become effective.
Rationale 4: The use of ACE inhibitors can lead to electrolyte disturbances so levels should be monitored.
Global Rationale: The use of ACE inhibitors can lead to electrolyte disturbances so levels should be monitored. Potassium should be limited to avoid hyperkalemia. Blood pressure should be monitored to assess effectiveness of the medication. It takes a while for lisinopril (Prinivil) to become effective.