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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

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A patient recovering from a myocardial infarction is preparing to transfer to a telemetry floor. The critical care nurse has begun teaching on the Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors he will be taking throughout the hospital stay and after discharge. What statement reflects the patient understanding of the medication?
  1. “if I forget to take a dose, I will take the missed dose as soon as I remember.”
  2. “If I forget to take a dose of medication I will make up for it by taking a double dose the next time it is due.”
  3. “It’s normal to feel light headed with this medication and I will move around as I normally do.”
  4. “I should increase the amount of potassium I eat in my diet.”
Explanation
Answer: A - The statement that best reflects the patient understands how to take his medication is the first statement, “If I forget to take a dose, I will take a missed dose as soon as I remember.” The other answers reflect incorrect understandings. Doses should never be doubled. The patient should make an effort to move slower if he is experiencing lightheadedness. Potassium should not be increased as it interacts poorly with Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors.
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