Question

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving therapy with the clonidine (Catapress) transdermal patch. The client reports light-headedness and drowsiness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Administer a prescribed antiemetic B. Remove the Patch C. Elevate the head of the bed D. Measure Blood pressure

Answer 1

To address the client's symptoms of light-headedness and drowsiness while on the clonidine (Catapress) transdermal patch, the nurse should measure blood pressure to determine if low blood pressure is the cause.

Step-by-step explanation:

To address the client's symptoms of light-headedness and drowsiness while receiving therapy with the clonidine (Catapress) transdermal patch, the nurse should take the following action:

1. Measure Blood pressure - The symptoms mentioned could be related to low blood pressure as a side effect of clonidine. Measuring the blood pressure will help determine if this is the case.

Administering an antiemetic (A) would not be appropriate as it is used to treat nausea and vomiting, which were not described as symptoms in the question. Removing the patch (B) should not be done without consulting the healthcare provider first. Elevating the head of the bed (C) may help with symptoms like dizziness but would not address the underlying cause.

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