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Assessing for signs of respiratory distress is important for clients with cardiac or pulmonary conditions, but it is not the primary assessment related to furosemide use.

Monitoring for skin rash development may be necessary if an allergic reaction occurs, but it is not a key routine assessment for this medication.

Checking blood glucose levels daily is more relevant for clients taking corticosteroids or antidiabetic medications, not loop diuretics like furosemide.

Mild nosebleeds are common during initial treatment is inaccurate because any bleeding, including nosebleeds, can indicate excessive anticoagulation and should be reported immediately to the provider.

Warfarin increases the risk for deep vein thrombosis is false; warfarin prevents clot formation and is prescribed to reduce the risk of thromboembolic events, not increase it.

If he misses a dose, he should double the dose at the next scheduled time is unsafe because doubling doses increases the risk of bleeding; the client should take the missed dose as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next one.

Use salt substitutes while taking this medication: Salt substitutes often contain potassium, and captopril (an ACE inhibitor) can increase serum potassium levels, which raises the risk of hyperkalemia.

Weight gain is not a typical side effect of captopril; instead, clients should monitor for signs of fluid retention or edema, which could indicate heart failure.

Expect a dry cough when taking this medication: While a dry cough is a common side effect of captopril, clients should report it to their provider, as it may require switching to another antihypertensive (such as an ARB). It should not be presented as something to simply “expect and accept.”

Clients should never double or increase their dose after missing one, as doing so can result in dangerously low blood pressure, dizziness, or fainting. The correct action is to take the next dose at the regular scheduled time.

Losartan can be taken with or without food, and a high-fat meal does not enhance absorption or therapeutic effect. Advising this could mislead the client about proper medication administration.

Abruptly stopping Losartan can lead to rebound hypertension, which increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. Clients should be instructed to contact their healthcare provider before making any medication changes.

Insomnia is not a typical adverse effect of aspirin; it is more commonly associated with stimulant medications or corticosteroids.

Constipation is not expected with aspirin use; in fact, gastrointestinal irritation or bleeding is a greater concern.

Blurred vision may occur with other medications or toxicity, but it is not a primary adverse effect associated with aspirin therapy at therapeutic doses.

Drinking grape juice to acidify urine is not necessary for Tylenol (acetaminophen) therapy and does not enhance its effectiveness; this is unrelated patient teaching.

Performing perineal care back-to-front increases the risk of introducing bacteria from the rectal area to the urinary tract and is incorrect. Proper technique is front-to-back.

Taking Tylenol for any discomfort without considering dosage limits or underlying conditions could be unsafe; patient teaching should include using the correct dose and monitoring total daily intake to avoid liver toxicity.

Insomnia is not a common adverse effect of oxycodone; opioids are more likely to cause sedation.

Hypertension is uncommon with oxycodone; it more often causes hypotension or dizziness due to vasodilation.

Increased appetite is not a typical effect of oxycodone; changes in appetite are not a primary concern with this medication.

Adenosine is not used for HIV treatment; management of HIV requires specific antiretroviral therapy. Administering adenosine for this purpose would be ineffective and inappropriate.

Adenosine is not indicated for asthma; long-term asthma control requires bronchodilators and anti-inflammatory agents. Using adenosine in this context would provide no benefit and could cause adverse effects.

Adenosine does not relieve muscle spasms; medications like muscle relaxants are appropriate for managing musculoskeletal spasms, not antiarrhythmic agents.

Taking an antacid with simvastatin is unnecessary and does not improve absorption or efficacy. Antacids may even interfere with the medication’s absorption if taken simultaneously.

Grapefruit juice can increase simvastatin blood levels, raising the risk of muscle toxicity (myopathy or rhabdomyolysis). Clients should be advised to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice.

Simvastatin can be taken with or without food; a meal or snack is not required to enhance absorption. However, adherence to evening dosing is more important for therapeutic effect.