Prior to administering bethanechol to a client, the nurse would assess which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Palpation of the bladder
B) Palpation of the thyroid
C) Blood glucose
D) Blood pressure
E) Pulse rate
Ans: A, D, E
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Bethanechol is used to treat urinary retentions. The nurse's preadministration assessment should include palpation of the bladder, blood pressure, and pulse rate prior to its administration to a client.
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