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A physician orders increased dose of clonidine (Catapres). It is most essential for the nurse to assess for which parameter before drug administration?
  1. Heart rate
  2. Blood pressure
  3. Blood glucose
  4. Urine output
Explanation
Answer - B - Clonidine is an alpha-agonist used to lower the blood pressure. It is most essential for the nurse to check for the client's blood pressure before administering the drug. Orthostatic hypotension may occur with the initial administration of increased dose of clonidine and an existing orthostatic hypotension can cause severe reactions.
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