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Metfan725

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Which of the following would the nurse assess before administering ambenonium to a client? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Palpation of the bladder
  B) Palpation of the thyroid
  C) Evidence of muscle weakness
  D) Signs of difficulty breathing
  E) Drooping of eyelids

Question 2

A nurse would be alert for an increase in cholinergic effects if a client who is prescribed a cholinergic drug is also receiving which medication? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Prednisone
  B) Oxycodone
  C) Diclofenac
  D) Dexamethasone
  E) Ibuprofen


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

Ans: C, D, E
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Ambenonium is used to treat myasthenia gravis. The nurse's preadministration assessment should include assessment for signs of muscle weakness, such as drooling, inability to chew and swallow, drooping eyelids, inability to perform repetitive movements, difficulty breathing, and extreme fatigue.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, D
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Cholinergic drugs administered concomitantly with corticosteroids, like prednisone and dexamethasone, can result in increased adverse effects of the cholinergic drug.


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