ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Pharmacology 2 Questions
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A nurse is planning a staff education session about adverse effects of medications. Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing the adverse effects of anticholinergic medications?
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer is A, D, and E. Anticholinergic medications block the action of acetylcholine, leading to various adverse effects. Blurred vision (
A) occurs due to pupillary dilation. Tachycardia (
D) results from decreased vagal tone. Constipation (E) is due to reduced gastrointestinal motility. Polyuria (
B) is not a common adverse effect. Productive cough (
C) is not typically associated with anticholinergic medications. In summary, the correct choices align with the mechanism of action of anticholinergic drugs, while the incorrect choices do not.
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