Which statement by the patient reflects the need for additional patient education about the calcium channel blocker diltiazem (Cardizem)?a) “I can take this drug to stop an attack of angina.”b) “I understand that food and antacids alter the absorption of this oral drug.”c) “When the long-acting forms are taken, the drug cannot be crushed.”d) “This drug may cause my blood pressure to drop, so I need to be careful when getting up.”

Which statement by the patient reflects the need for additional patient education about the calcium channel blocker diltiazem (Cardizem)?a) “I can take this drug to stop an attack of angina.”b) “I understand that food and antacids alter the absorption of this oral drug.”c) “When the long-acting forms are taken, the drug cannot be crushed.”d) “This drug may cause my blood pressure to drop, so I need to be careful when getting up.”

Curren'S Math For Meds: Dosages & Sol

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Chapter10: Reconstitution Of Powdered Drugs

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