RN Exam Practice
Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1748 of 2368

Which statement by a client taking clonidine for hypertension indicates a need for further teaching?

  1. "I take it at the same time each day."
  2. "I will not drink alcohol while taking it."
  3. "I will stand up slowly from a chair."
  4. "I can stop taking it when I feel better."
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Correct answer: "I can stop taking it when I feel better."

Clonidine must not be stopped abruptly because rebound hypertension may occur. Clients should keep the same schedule and avoid alcohol.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Autonomic Nervous System: ALPHA-2 AGONISTS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026