After administering rivastigmine to a client with AD, the nurse would continue to assess the client for which of the following adverse effects?
A) Anorexia and nausea
B) Cardiovascular dysfunction
C) Diabetes mellitus
D) Hypertension
Ans: A
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The adverse effects associated with the administration of cholinesterase inhibitors include anorexia and nausea. Cardiovascular dysfunction, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension are not adverse effects associated with the administration of cholinesterase inhibitors.
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