A client prescribed a loading dose to be followed by a lower maintenance dose asks the nurse why the maintenance dose is lower. Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "The initial dose shortens the half-life, so the medication would work more quickly."
B. "We always give medications this way; the healthcare provider did not make a mistake."
C. "You had a larger dose initially so that the medication would work more quickly."
D. "Giving a larger dose initially will reduce the chance of side effects."
Answer: C
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