NCLEX PN Practice Questions Practice Question

The nurse is caring for a 67-year-old client with postherpetic neuralgia who has a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following actions would be a priority for the nurse to take?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Amitriptyline can cause orthostatic hypotension, making slow position changes a priority to prevent falls.

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