A pt with MG experienced a cholinergic crisis and is currently being maintained on a ventilator. The pt received several 1-mg doses of atropine. What does the nurse closely monitor this pt for?
a. increasing muscle weakness
b. increased salivation
c. ventricular fibrillation
d. development of mucus plugs
Answer: d. development of mucus plugs
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A) Prescription medications can be safely supplemented with OTC medications. B) Use only one pharmacy so the pharmacist can check drug interactions. C) Read drug labels carefully before taking OTC medications. D) Consult the Internet before selecting an OTC medication.
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A) Weak hands B) Hearing deficit C) Use of laxatives D) Limited finances E) Walks with a cane
You are caring for a client who is status post nasal polypectomy. What would you instruct this client to report?
A) Excessive swallowing B) Nasal stuffiness C) Diarrhea D) Coughing
An acquired immune defense mechanism is a flu shot
True False