A client is prescribed pyridostigmine. When teaching the client about this drug, which of the following would the nurse include as a possible adverse reaction? Select all that apply
A) Constipation
B) Nausea
C) Dry mouth
D) Skin flushing
E) Muscle rigidity
Ans: B, D
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Pyridostigmine is an oral cholinergic medication used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis. General adverse reactions associated with oral administration include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, salivation, skin flushing, cardiac arrhythmias, and muscle weakness.
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