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A nurse has administered a scheduled dose of 50-mg atenolol PO for the treatment of angina. Following administration, the nurse should prioritize what assessment?
 
  A) Level of consciousness
  B) Blood pressure
  C) SaO2
  D) Oral temperature

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Which of the following medications is administered for ingestion of clitocybe mushrooms?
 
  A) Pyridostigmine (Mestinon)
  B) Donepezil (Aricept)
  C) Rivastigmine (Exelon)
  D) Atropine sulfate


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

B
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Atenolol and other beta-blockers have an antihypertensive effect. They are unlikely to affect temperature, LOC, or oxygen saturation levels.

Answer to Question 2

D
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Atropine sulfate is the specific antidote for mushroom poisoning. Pyridostigmine, donepezil, and rivastigmine are all cholinergic agents that would contribute to the symptoms of toxicity.


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