Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for sustained-release verapamil. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Correct Answer: D - "I will increase my daily intake of fiber and fluid."
Rationale: Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that can cause constipation as a side effect. Increasing fiber and fluid intake can help prevent constipation. Sitting upright after taking the medication (A) is not necessary for verapamil. Crushing sustained-release verapamil (B) can alter its sustained-release properties. Monthly laboratory tests for anemia (C) are not related to verapamil therapy.
Rationale: Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that can cause constipation as a side effect. Increasing fiber and fluid intake can help prevent constipation. Sitting upright after taking the medication (A) is not necessary for verapamil. Crushing sustained-release verapamil (B) can alter its sustained-release properties. Monthly laboratory tests for anemia (C) are not related to verapamil therapy.