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    ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Proctored Exam

    A nurse is educating a client that is newly prescribed with prazosin for hypertension.Which of the following statements should the nurse include in her education about this medication?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationalePrazosin, an alpha-blocker, is often started at the lowest dose and taken at night to minimize the risk of orthostatic hypotension, a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing.Choice B rationaleStarting prazosin at the highest dose is not recommended due to the risk of severe orthostatic hypotension, which can lead to dizziness and fainting.Choice C rationaleIt is important to monitor blood pressure with the first dose of prazosin to assess the patient's response and avoid significant drops in blood pressure.Choice D rationalePrazosin may take several weeks to achieve full therapeutic effect. It does not control hypertension within a week.

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