A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for atenolol. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor the client?

a. Position the client on the nonoperative side: The client should be positioned on the operative side to facilitate expansion of the remaining lung.

b. Monitor respiratory status every 8 hr: Postoperative respiratory status should be monitored more frequently than every 8 hours to assess for complications, especially in the initial

postoperative period.

c. Elevate the head of the bed to a 15° angle: The head of the bed should be elevated to a higher angle (usually 30-45 degrees) to promote optimal lung expansion and reduce the risk of

complications such as atelectasis.

d. Encourage the client to splint the incision when coughing: Encouraging the client to splint the incision when coughing helps minimize pain and supports effective coughing to prevent

complications such as atelectasis.

a. Circular, erythematous patches on the scalp: This description is more indicative of tinea capitis, a fungal infection affecting the scalp.

b. Recent exposure to poison ivy: Poison ivy exposure would result in a contact dermatitis rash, not tinea pedis.

c. Scaling and redness between the toes: Tinea pedis, also known as athlete's foot, commonly presents with scaling, redness, and itching between the toes.

d. A recent prescription for an antiseizure medication: Antiseizure medications are not associated with the development of tinea pedis.