ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client with myasthenia gravis is experiencing a cholinergic crisis. Which symptoms are associated with this condition? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: A cholinergic crisis occurs due to excessive acetylcholine at neuromuscular junctions in myasthenia gravis. Bradycardia (
A) results from overstimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system. Vomiting (
C) occurs due to increased GI motility. Weakness (E) is a hallmark symptom of myasthenia gravis and worsens during a cholinergic crisis. Drooling (F) is caused by excessive salivation due to increased acetylcholine. Rash (
B) and fever (
D) are not typical symptoms of a cholinergic crisis in myasthenia gravis.
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