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vicky

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse notes that a client with glaucoma has been ordered an anticholinergic medication. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?
 
  a. Administer the medication; this is appropriate for this client.
  b. Check the client's allergy history since it can cause anaphylaxis.
  c. Call the pharmacist; the drug interacts with many other medications.
  d. Call the physician; this is an inappropriate drug for this client.

Question 2

A client with nausea and vomiting has been prescribed an antihistamine and an anticholinergic. The nurse anticipates that which expected side effect of these medications will be observed in the client?
 
  a. Drowsiness and dry mouth
  b. Bradycardia and fatigue
  c. Tachycardia and dyspnea
  d. Abdominal cramps and nausea


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jordangronback

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
With pupillary dilation, the outflow of aqueous humor is hampered, increasing the intraocular pressure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
These are common side effects associated with these medications.


vicky

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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