A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking aspirin.
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Choice A rationale:

A respiratory rate of 10/min is lower than the normal range (12-20 breaths per minute for adults), indicating respiratory depression, which is a serious side effect of morphine and should be reported immediately.

Choice B rationale:

Facial flushing is a common side effect of morphine due to histamine release but it’s not life-threatening.

Choice C rationale:

Constipation is a common side effect of morphine and can be managed with laxatives and diet.

Choice D rationale:

Blood pressure 88/56 mm Hg is lower than the normal range (90/60mmHg to 120/80mmHg), indicating hypotension, which can be a side effect of morphine but it’s not as immediately life-threatening as respiratory depression.

Choice A rationale:

Fexofenadine can be taken with or without food, and there are no specific interactions with magnesium hydroxide. However, it’s always important to consult a healthcare provider before combining medications.

Choice B rationale:

While staying hydrated is generally good advice, there’s no specific requirement to drink up to one liter of fluid per day while taking fexofenadine.

Choice C rationale:

Fexofenadine should not be taken with fruit juices such as orange juice because they can decrease the absorption of the medication, making it less effective.

Choice D rationale:

Fexofenadine can cause side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, it’s important to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.