Question

a client with chronic kidney disease who is scheduled for hemodialysis this morning is due to receive a daily dose of enalapril. when would the nurse plan to administer this medication? answer options: 1 during dialysis 2 just before dialysis 3 the day after dialysis 4 on return from dialysis

Explanation:

Enalapril is an antihypertensive medication. It can cause hypotension during dialysis if administered just before or during dialysis. Administering it the day after dialysis delays treatment. The best time is on return from dialysis when the patient's fluid - volume status and blood pressure are more stable after the dialysis procedure.

Answer:

1. On return from dialysis