A patient is prescribed an anticholinergic drug. What discharge instructions should the nurse provide? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Wear sunglasses in bright light.
2. Limit fluid intake.
3. Increase fiber intake.
4. Avoid hot showers.
5. Avoid milk and dairy products.
1,3,4
Rationale 1: Anticholinergic drugs may cause photosensitivity.
Rationale 2: Fluids should be increased.
Rationale 3: Use of anticholinergics increases risk for constipation. Fiber intake should be increased.
Rationale 4: Use of anticholinergics reduces ability of patients to sweat and self-regulate temperature. Hot environments, including hot showers and baths, should be avoided.
Rationale 5: There is no reason to avoid dairy products.
Global Rationale: Anticholinergic drugs may cause photosensitivity. Use of anticholinergics reduces ability of patients to sweat and self-regulate temperature. Hot environments, including hot showers and baths, should be avoided. Use of anticholinergics increases risk for constipation. Fiber and fluid intake should be increased. There is no reason to avoid dairy products.
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