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ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing the discharge for a client being prescribed scopolamine (Scopace) for motion sickness. Which potential side effects would the nurse inform the client regarding this particular medication class? Select All that Apply.
Correct Answer: D,E,F
Rationale: The correct answer is D, E, and F. Scopolamine is an anticholinergic medication commonly used for motion sickness. Anticholinergics can cause urinary retention (
D), constipation (E), and dry mouth (F) due to their mechanism of blocking acetylcholine receptors. Excessive sweating (
A) is not a common side effect of scopolamine. Bradycardia (
B) is more associated with other medication classes like beta-blockers. Diarrhea (
C) is also not a typical side effect of anticholinergics, as they tend to have the opposite effect on the GI system.
Therefore, the nurse should inform the client about the potential side effects of urinary retention, constipation, and dry mouth when taking scopolamine.
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