When Initially Planning Care for the Older Adult Patient Who

When initially planning care for the older adult patient who is prescribed clonidine patches as part of a smoking cessation program,the nurse:

A) assesses the patient for any skin disorders on the upper arms and back.
B) determines how many cigarettes or cigars the patient smokes per day.
C) asks if the patient is currently taking any antihypertensive medications.
D) educates the patient to the possible side effects of clonidine therapy.