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A female client plans to bottle-feed her newborn. Her physician has ordered bromocriptine (Parlodel) to suppress lactation. Which of the following instructions about bromocriptine should be given by the nurse?
A. Bromocriptine stimulates the production of prolactin.
B. Hypertension is a primary side effect.
C. Bromocriptine is generally taken for 5 days.
D. Her blood pressure must be stable before starting bromocriptine.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A) Bromocriptine inhibits the secretion of prolactin. (B) Hypotension is a side effect of this drug; hypertension is not. (C) Bromocriptine is generally taken for 14 days. (D) The administration of bromocriptine is delayed at least 4 hours postpartum and given only when the client’s blood pressure is stable, because it can cause hypotension and syncope.
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