A patient has been started on therapy with disopyramide (Norpace). For which of the following adverse effects should the health care provider periodically assess the client?
a. Dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, and blurred vision
b. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and headaches
c. Urinary frequency, diarrhea, and abdominal cramping
d. Hypertension, tachycardia, and diminished peripheral pulses
ANS: A
The most common adverse effects of disopyramide are anticholinergic effects. These would in-clude dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and urinary hesitation and retention.
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