Brenda Oliver, a 32-year-old executive, is diagnosed with hypertension and is starting hydrochlorothiazide. She is currently taking birth control pills and complains that she has peripheral edema in the evenings.
- What important information should be obtained from Mrs. Oliver before the discharging her from the clinic?
- What are important points to teach Mrs. Oliver about safe and effective drug usage?
- If on return to clinic, Mrs. Oliver's symptoms have not improved, what questions need answers?