Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A client has a new prescription for timolol and the nurse provides medication instructions to the client. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching regarding the instructions?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Timolol is a beta-adrenergic blocking agent. The client should not discontinue or change the medication dose. Common client teaching points about beta-adrenergic blocking agents include taking the pulse daily, holding it if the rate is less than 60 beats/min (and notifying the primary health care provider); changing positions slowly; and reporting shortness of breath. The client is also instructed to keep enough medication on hand, not take over-the-counter medications (especially decongestants, cough, and cold preparations) without consulting the primary health care provider, and carry medical identification that states that a beta-blocker is being taken.