Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 2225 of 2368
Which client should NOT receive pseudoephedrine?
- A client with a common cold and nasal congestion
- A client with coronary artery disease
- A client with hay fever and a stuffy nose
- A client with sinus congestion and pressure
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Correct answer: A client with coronary artery disease
Decongestants are contraindicated in clients with severe hypertension, coronary artery disease, narrow-angle glaucoma and some antidepressant use.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Respiratory System: DECONGESTANTS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026