{"id":142508,"date":"2024-09-22T06:25:14","date_gmt":"2024-09-22T06:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=142508"},"modified":"2024-09-22T06:25:17","modified_gmt":"2024-09-22T06:25:17","slug":"a-nurse-is-teaching-a-client-who-has-a-new-prescription-for-dimenhydrinate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/22\/a-nurse-is-teaching-a-client-who-has-a-new-prescription-for-dimenhydrinate\/","title":{"rendered":"A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for dimenhydrinate."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for dimenhydrinate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A.<br>Administer 24 hr before effects are desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.<br>Expect an increase in salivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.<br>Monitor for dizziness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.<br>Observe for diarrhea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\">The Correct answer and Explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct answer is <strong>C. Monitor for dizziness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine primarily used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. When teaching a client about this medication, it&#8217;s crucial to highlight the potential side effects and the importance of monitoring their response to the drug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Option C is Correct:<\/strong> Dizziness is a common side effect associated with dimenhydrinate. The medication works by blocking histamine receptors in the body, which can lead to sedation and impair coordination. Therefore, clients should be advised to monitor for dizziness, especially when starting the medication or adjusting dosages. If they experience significant dizziness, they should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until they understand how the drug affects them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A. Administer 24 hr before effects are desired.<\/strong> While it&#8217;s often recommended to take dimenhydrinate prior to travel or motion exposure, the instruction to take it 24 hours in advance is misleading. It can be taken closer to the time effects are desired, typically 30 to 60 minutes before travel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B. Expect an increase in salivation.<\/strong> Dimenhydrinate is more likely to cause dry mouth due to its anticholinergic properties rather than an increase in salivation. Clients should be informed about this possibility and strategies to manage it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D. Observe for diarrhea.<\/strong> Diarrhea is not a common side effect of dimenhydrinate. Instead, constipation can occur due to its anticholinergic effects. Monitoring for gastrointestinal disturbances should focus more on signs of constipation rather than diarrhea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, when teaching clients about dimenhydrinate, emphasizing the potential for dizziness and other side effects is essential for safe and effective medication use. Clients should be encouraged to communicate any significant side effects to their healthcare provider.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for dimenhydrinate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A.Administer 24 hr before effects are desired. B.Expect an increase in salivation. C.Monitor for dizziness. D.Observe for diarrhea The Correct answer and Explanation is: The correct answer is C. 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