When muscarinic receptors are stimulated, what happens ...

[sammy]

When muscarinic receptors are stimulated, what happens physiologically in the body? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Pupil constriction
  B) Pupil dilation
  C) Increased secretions
  D) Increased bladder contraction
  E) Increased heart rate

Question 2

What is an appropriate nursing action for a hospitalized patient receiving aprepitant (Emend)?
 
  A) Elevate the head of the bed.
  B) Encourage fluids.
  C) Take the patient's temperature.
  D) Place an NPO sign on the door.

[voltaire123]

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
Feedback:
Stimulation of muscarinic receptors causes pupil constriction, increased gastrointestinal (GI) motility and secretions (including saliva), increased urinary bladder contraction, and a slowing of the heart rate. Pupils are constricted, not dilated and heart rate slows, it does not increase.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Because dehydration is an adverse effect of aprepitant, the nurse will want to encourage the patient to drink as much liquid as possible. Elevating the head of the bed would be unnecessary; the patient's temperature would not be affected by aprepitant; we are encouraging fluids so placing an NPO sign on the door would not be appropriate for this patient.

[sammy]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[jackie]

Excellent