Practice Question
A nurse is giving discharge instructions to a patient who has been ordered Guaifenesin (Mucinex) to take BID for 3 days after discharge. What response by the patient lets her know that he understands how to take his medication?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"I will take my medication Daily with a full glass of water:
Rationale:
✔Guaifenesin is an expectorant that requires adequate hydration to thin mucus.
✔ The correct dosing and use of water ensures its effectiveness.
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This question is from RN Pharmacology Test #1 NUR 229 which contains 44 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4
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