Ati lpn med surg proctored exam(metabolismhoemastasis)
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has seasonal allergies and has been taking Diphenhydramine Benadryl. The provider recommends Cetirizine Zyrtec for the child. The child's parent asks the nurse about the advantage of taking Cetirizine. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Cetirizine is not typically used as a sleep aid; this is a property more associated with first-generation antihistamines like diphenhydramine. B. Cetirizine is a second-generation antihistamine that is less sedating than diphenhydramine, making it more suitable for daytime use in children. C. Cetirizine does not treat nausea; its primary use is for allergic symptoms. D. Cetirizine does not work faster than diphenhydramine; its main advantage is reduced sedation rather than speed of action.
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