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    Ati nurs 190191 physical assessment proctored exam

    A client is receiving the diuretic hydrochlorothiazide. When evaluating the client's response to hydrochlorothiazide, which common nontherapeutic response is important for the nurse to monitor?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Hydrochlorothiazide is known to increase blood glucose levels, particularly in clients with diabetes or those at risk for glucose intolerance. B. Dysrhythmias are more commonly associated with electrolyte imbalances like low potassium, but elevated glucose is more specific to hydrochlorothiazide use. C. Hydrochlorothiazide typically lowers blood pressure, so elevated blood pressure is not a common nontherapeutic response. D. Impaired airway is unrelated to hydrochlorothiazide use.

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