While assessing a patient prior to the administration of neostigmine (Prostigmine) for the treatment of myasthenia gravis, a nurse notices that the patient has greater muscle strength than when assessed 1 hour ago.
The nurse's interpretation of this assessment information is that
a. the dose needs to be increased.
b. the medication schedule seems to be effective.
c. the patient will not require the next scheduled dose.
d. toxicity is impending.
Question 2
A patient is admitted to the unit with complaints of abdominal pain and a history of myasthenia gravis. During the health history the nurse determines that the patient has been taking neostigmine (Prostigmin).
The nurse should further assess the patient for
a. bradycardia, diaphoresis, and urinary urgency.
b. tachycardia, diaphoresis, and urinary retention.
c. xerostomia, diaphoresis, and mydriasis.
d. increased gastric motility, mydriasis, and urinary retention.
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