Mr. Rodriguez is a 50-year-old male with diabetes. He has been diagnosed with hypertension and congestive heart failure and is prescribed carvedilol (Coreg) 6.25 mg orally b. i.d. a. What are the key teaching points for Mr. Rodriguez about carvedilol?
b. Explain why carvedilol is better than guanadrel to treat Mr. Rodriguez for his combined hypertension and congestive heart failure.

What is the general location and primary function of occipital lobe?

Anurse is providing teaching to a client who has a gastric ulcer and a new prescription for ranitidine. which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. “i can take two aspirin to treat headaches.” b. “i should avoid dairy products when taking this medication.” c. “i can expect fine hand tremors when taking this medication.” d. “i should not take an antacid within 1 hour of taking this medication.”

Anurse is instructing a client who has a new prescription for a daily dose of lovastatin extended release. which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? a. report to the clinic for quarterly monitoring of kidney function while taking this medication. b. mix with applesauce after crushing if the medication is difficult to swallow. c. avoid consuming dairy products while taking this medication. d. take the medication with the evening meal.