ATI RN
ATI Custom Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
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A nurse is teaching a client about taking diphenhydramine. The nurse should explain to the client that which of the following is an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Constipation. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that can cause anticholinergic effects, including constipation due to its ability to decrease gastrointestinal motility. Headache (
A) is a common side effect but not specific to diphenhydramine. Bradycardia (
C) is not typically associated with diphenhydramine and is more commonly seen with beta-blockers. Hypertension (
D) is also not a typical adverse effect of diphenhydramine.
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