The nurse understands that methocarbamol is contraindicated: ...

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The nurse understands that methocarbamol is contraindicated:
 
  a. in clients with acute muscle spasms. c. for use as a pediatric muscle relaxant.
  b. as a centrally acting muscle relaxant. d. for oral administration.

Question 2

A client receiving pyridostigmine bromide (Mestinon) develops muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, and difficulty swallowing. The nurse should:
 
  a. prepare to administer atropine sulfate.
  b. notify the health care provider for an increase in the dose of pyridostigmine bromide.
  c. prepare the client for intubation.
  d. position the client in a supine position.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Methocarbamol is used for this purpose.
B Incorrect: Methocarbamol is a centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant.
C Correct: It is contraindicated for use as a pediatric muscle relaxant.
D Incorrect: Its most common route of administration is oral.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: These are manifestations of cholinergic crisis, a critical adverse effect of pyridostigmine treatment, and atropine sulfate is an anticholinergic treatment for this.
B Incorrect: The dose of pyridostigmine should not be increased.
C Incorrect: This is not the nurse's most appropriate action.
D Incorrect: This position will increase respiratory compromise.

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