Question

while reviewing the clients electronic medical record (emr), the registered nurse (rn) assesses a client who is at risk for a possible interaction with an over-the-counter (otc) decongestant. which client health history should the rn report to the healthcare provider concerning the otc medication? (select all that apply). a type i diabetes mellitus (dm). b closed angle glaucoma. c crohns disease. d chronic hypertension. e rheumatoid arthritis.

Explanation:

OTC decongestants (e.g., pseudoephedrine) can have adverse effects on certain conditions. Closed - angle glaucoma (B) can be worsened by decongestants as they can increase intraocular pressure. Chronic hypertension (D) can be exacerbated because decongestants can raise blood pressure. Type 1 diabetes (A) is not typically directly affected by OTC decongestants in a way that requires immediate reporting related to this interaction. Crohn’s disease (C) and rheumatoid arthritis (E) have no significant interactions with OTC decongestants that would necessitate reporting in this context.

Answer:

B. Closed angle glaucoma, D. Chronic hypertension