A patient is started on latanoprost (Xalatan) for treatment of glaucoma. The nurse provides patient education on the medication. What statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of latanoprost?
a. "The drug may produce drowsiness, so I will use caution when driving or operating dangerous machinery."
b. "Nausea and vomiting are common side effects, and antiemetic drugs may be needed."
c. "Hypotension is common with this medication, so I should change positions slowly."
d. "The drug may cause a harmless, heightened brown pigmentation of the iris."
ANS: D
The most significant side effect of latanoprost is a harmless, heightened brown pigmentation of the iris. This statement indicates understanding.
Latanoprost is not known to cause drowsiness; further teaching is needed.
Nausea and vomiting are not common side effects; further teaching is needed.
Latanoprost does not cause hypotension; further teaching is needed.
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