Free NCLEX RN Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Nursing Practice Question
Diltiazem hydrochloride is prescribed for the client with Prinzmetal angina. The nurse provides instructions to the client regarding this medication. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diltiazem, a calcium channel blocker, should be taken before meals and at bedtime, not after meals, to optimize absorption. Rising slowly, reporting shortness of breath, and avoiding tasks requiring alertness until adjusted to the medication are correct.