The long-term-care facility nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) 6 months ago who has residual cognitive deficits. The HCP has ordered alprazolam (Xanax), an antianxiety medication, to be administered at bedtime. Which interventions should the nurse initiate for this client? Select all that apply.
1. Offer toileting every 2 hours.
2. Move the client close to the nurse’s station.
3. Administer the medication at 2100.
4. Administer the medication with a full glass of water.
5. Do not administer if the client’s apical pulse is less than 60.
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