The client is being treated with a large dose of an anticholinergic medication. She complains of feeling disoriented. What should be the nurse's highest priority action based on the client's complaint?
a. Call the pharmacist; the dose of the medication may be incorrect.
b. Call the physician; the medication is causing an adverse reaction.
c. Call the pharmacist; the medication may be reaching a toxic level.
d. Call the physician; the medication is causing an expected side effect.
ANS: D
An expected side effect of giving large doses of an anticholinergic medication is that of disorientation.
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