2024 PN NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
A patient has recently been prescribed (Norvasc). Which of the following side effect/s should the patient specifically watch out for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A: Hypotension and Angina are relevant side effects of Norvasc, a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and angina. Patients should monitor for these effects as they can indicate the medication's impact on blood pressure and heart function.
B: Hypertension is not a side effect of Norvasc; it is the condition being treated.
C: Lower extremity edema can occur with Norvasc but is not as critical as hypotension and angina, which directly relate to the medication's primary effects.
D: Peripheral sensory loss and shortness of breath (SOB) are not commonly associated with Norvasc and may indicate other underlying issues rather than a direct side effect of the medication.