Practice Question
A nurse is collecting data from a client prior to administering nifedipine. For which of the following findings should the nurse contact the provider?.
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Correct Answer:
Peripheral edema of the ankles.
Rationale:
🦶 Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and angina by causing vasodilation and reducing peripheral resistance.
🦶 One of its common adverse effects is peripheral edema, especially in the ankles and lower legs, due to capillary fluid leakage from vasodilation.
🦶 If peripheral edema is present, it could indicate fluid retention or worsening cardiovascular status, and the provider should be notified for further evaluation or possible medication adjustment.
🦶 This side effect may warrant dose modification, adding a diuretic, or switching to an alternative antihypertensive agent.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4