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Comprehensive Nursing Exam - Two

An adult client with a viral upper respiratory infection has an order for guaifenesin (Robitussin®) 400 mg orally every 4 hours. Which client statement should indicate to a nurse that the client needs additional teaching about the medication?

ExplanationGuaifenesin (Robitussin®) aids in expectoration by reducing adhesiveness and surface tension of secretions. It should be taken with a full glass of water. Increasing fluids helps to liquefy secretions. Side effects include headache, which can be relieved with acetaminophen. Sugarless gum or hard candy will help alleviate the discomfort caused by a nonproductive cough.