A nurse is providing instructions to a client who is taking doxapram (Dopram). Which of the following statements made by the client needs further instructions?
A. “I need to take the medication before meals”.
B. “I need to take the medication at bedtime”.
C. “I need to avoid drinking coffee”.
D. “I will not chew or crush long acting form of the medications”.
Correct Answer: B. “I need to take the medication at bedtime”.
Doxapram (Dopram) is a central nervous system stimulant. One of the side effects is insomnia so instruct the client to take it at least 6 hours before bedtime to prevent it.
Options A, C, & D: These are appropriate instructions regarding the use of doxapram.