A client is placed on tacrine (Cognex) for Alzheimer's disease. The nurse monitors which lab test for this client?
1. White blood cell count (WBC)
2. Platelets
3. Complete blood count (CBC)
4. Liver function test (LFT)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Tacrine (Cognex), a direct-acting parasympathomimetic, is known for its major side effect of hepatotoxicity.
Rationale 2: Tacrine (Cognex), a direct-acting parasympathomimetic, is known for its major side effect of hepatotoxicity.
Rationale 3: Tacrine (Cognex), a direct-acting parasympathomimetic, is known for its major side effect of hepatotoxicity.
Rationale 4: Tacrine (Cognex), a direct-acting parasympathomimetic, is known for its major side effect of hepatotoxicity.
Global Rationale: Tacrine (Cognex), a direct-acting parasympathomimetic, is known for its major side effect of hepatotoxicity. The nurse would not need to monitor the WBC, CBC, or platelet count.
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