The nurse has completed medication education about pyridostigmine (Mestinon), an indirect cholinergic drug, for the patient with myasthenia gravis. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the patient makes which statement?

Question

1. "I must monitor my blood pressure while on this drug."
2. "I will need to increase my fluid intake with this medication."
3. "I must take this medication with meals for proper absorption."
4. "It is really important to take my medication on time."

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Maintaining an optimum blood level of the drug is crucial in promoting muscle functioning, so it is important for the patient to take his medication on time. There is no reason to increase fluid intake with this drug. This drug may be taken with or without meals. There is no reason to monitor blood pressure while taking this drug.