Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with a new prescription for codeine. Which of the following is an indication for this medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A. Codeine is indicated for chronic nonproductive cough to help decrease frequency and intensity by suppressing the cough reflex. Choice B is incorrect because codeine is not used to treat allergic rhinitis; antihistamines are typically used for this purpose. Choice C is incorrect because codeine is not specifically indicated for non-allergic rhinitis. Choice D is incorrect as the correct indication for codeine has been identified.