A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a gastric ulcer and a new prescription for ranitidine.
Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
"I can take two aspirin to treat headaches.”
"I should not take an antacid within 1 hour of taking this medication.”
"l can expect fine hand tremors when taking this medication.”
"I should avoid dairy products when taking this medication.”
The Correct Answer is B
Ranitidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist that blocks histamine-mediated gastric acid secretion.

Antacids can interfere with the absorption of ranitidine, so it is important to separate their administration by at least 1 hour.
Choice A is wrong because aspirin is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which can increase the risk of peptic ulcers.
Choice C is wrong because fine hand tremors are not a known side effect of ranitidine.
Choice D is wrong because there is no need to avoid dairy products when taking ranitidine.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation

Fentanyl buccal film is a small film that sticks to the inside of the cheek and eventually dissolves within 15 to 30 minutes after it is applied.
It is used to manage breakthrough pain in patients with cancer who are already using another opioid pain medicine around-the-clock.
Choice A is wrong because the medication should not be placed on the client’s tongue for dissolution.
Choice B is wrong because the medication should not be dissolved in water before administering it.
Choice D is wrong because the client should not be instructed to swallow the medication with a sip of water.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Confusion is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider because it can be a sign of a serious side effect of citalopram.

Choice A is wrong because weight loss is not mentioned as a serious side effect of citalopram.
Choice B is wrong because bruxism is not mentioned as a serious side effect of citalopram.
Choice C is wrong because insomnia is a common side effect of citalopram but not considered a serious side effect that requires immediate medical attention.
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