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64. A home care patient with hypertension is prescribed a new calcium channel blocker. They report significant ankle swelling. What medicinal teaching point is critical?

A. Discontinue the medication immediately
B. Ankle swelling is a common side effect; elevate legs and report to physician if severe
C. Increase salt intake
D. Take a double dose to reduce swelling

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  • Discontinue the medication immediately
  • Ankle swelling is a common side effect; elevate legs and report to physician if severe
  • Increase salt intake
  • Take a double dose to reduce swelling

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