Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Full-length
Passage / Scenario
Laboratory reference rangesGlucose (fasting)
70ÔÇô110 mg/dL
(3.9ÔÇô6.1 mmol/L)
A client with hypertension and type 2 diabetes has recently started taking chlorthalidone. Which report by the client is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Dizziness on standing suggests orthostatic hypotension, a serious side effect of chlorthalidone, which can lead to falls. Elevated glucose and muscle cramps are concerning but less urgent, and sunburn is unrelated.